Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Atlanta: what you need to know
King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Atlanta is seven hours behind Riyadh.
To avoid rushing for your RUH to Atlanta flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially score a cheaper flight ticket from RUH to Atlanta. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
To reach RUH from central Riyadh, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a hotel near RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Atlanta, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
86.76% of flights departing from King Khaled International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from RUH.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Atlanta
$1,127 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Atlanta flight. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,108. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RUH to Atlanta if you book in advance. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Landing cheap tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Atlanta is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to get the lowest prices throughout the month and bag an awesome deal.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to the centre of Atlanta takes around 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 18 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Atlanta. Stay at one of these accommodation options near ATL instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and explore beyond Atlanta's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from RUH to Atlanta.
The street address for ATL is 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Before booking your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Atlanta, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Atlanta offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel deals and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Atlanta is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your King Khaled International Airport to Atlanta flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to Atlanta in January when temperatures average between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF).
More about Atlanta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Atlanta right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Atlanta:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are popular attractions which should feature on every Atlanta itinerary.
Explore more of United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Atlanta. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta, Charlotte is another favourite stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.