Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 7 hours 20 minutes.
Bangkok's timezone is UTC+7, which makes Bangkok four hours ahead of Riyadh.
Every week, there are three Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, opt for the 02:10 Saudia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight is at 02:45 with Saudia.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to BKK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You can expect longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Bangkok (and then seeing more of Thailand!) is a breeze with Saudia. This popular airline offers direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Saudia.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier offering RUH to BKK flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between RUH and BKK include:
Mumbai Airport
Muscat Airport
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Right now, $298 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $531. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Book eight months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from RUH to BKK.
Organise your trip for January. That's the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RUH to BKK by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
85% of flights leaving Riyadh Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from RUH.
Riyadh Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, have a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short drive from RUH.
Arriving at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car rental or Hertz and explore beyond Bangkok's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks before your trip.
When to fly to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
January is the busiest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Bangkok in March.
Before locking in your flight from Riyadh Airport to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Bangkok, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RUH to BKK around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.