Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Dusseldorf: what you need to know
The timezone in Dusseldorf is UTC+1. The city is two hours behind Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located.
Allow plenty of time to catch your RUH to Dusseldorf flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even visit a new city. When browsing for flight tickets from RUH to Dusseldorf, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
To reach RUH from central Riyadh, it takes about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near RUH:
King Khaled International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH arrive at their destination as scheduled.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Dusseldorf
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf flight is $187. The cheapest price for a return flight is $409. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from RUH to Dusseldorf, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to the centre of Dusseldorf takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 10 kilometres away.
It'll take around 40 minutes to get there using public transport.
Think about booking a hotel close to DUS if you have a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Dusseldorf International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Dusseldorf and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Dusseldorf International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from RUH to Dusseldorf can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
Central Dusseldorf is about 80 kilometres from Weeze Airport (NRN). Once your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 2 hours 20 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near NRN. Kick back and get cosy after your RUH to Dusseldorf flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Forget about public transport timetables or waiting in a long cab line. Grab a Weeze Airport rental car and blaze your own trail. Check out the rates and availability from Enterprise, Sixt and Alamo.
Avoid potential price surges. Securing your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NRN will help you stay within budget.
Best time to go to Dusseldorf
Before scheduling your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Dusseldorf offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf flight ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -3ºC (27ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from RUH to Dusseldorf around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Dusseldorf
Start your Dusseldorf trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Dusseldorf, browse our selection of hotels including:
Konigsallee and Rhine Tower are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Dusseldorf to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at K21, Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Dusseldorf, now it's time to discover more of Germany. Travel about 483 kilometres east to Berlin to tick off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, roughly 338 kilometres north-east of Dusseldorf. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are highlights.