Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
New Delhi's timezone is UTC+5:30, making New Delhi two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh.
Flights from RUH to DEL start at 01:25 — the first with IndiGo. The last service of the day is at 22:45 with IndiGo. Overall, you can take your pick of 59 weekly King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to DEL flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
With direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to New Delhi (and then other parts of India) is a breeze. Here's who you can fly nonstop with:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
With 78.05% of services arriving as planned, flynas is the most punctual carrier operating RUH to DEL flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RUH and DEL:
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Right now, $116 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $313. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To secure cheap tickets from RUH to DEL, book your trip five months ahead of your departure date.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from RUH to DEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination without delay.
King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near RUH? If you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:
Pick up an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and explore New Delhi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Indira Gandhi International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central New Delhi. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit New Delhi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in New Delhi is May, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF). Lock in your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from RUH to DEL around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen New Delhi, now it's time to discover more of India. Travel around 3 kilometres west to Delhi to check off its top attractions. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Kanpur is another well-known destination in India and is around 386 kilometres south-east of New Delhi. No journey is complete without visiting Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.