Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Nejran Airport (EAM): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport.
Riyadh and Nejran share the same timezone, UTC+3.
Take your pick of 64 weekly King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport flights. The 00:30 departure with Saudia is the earliest flight available. Saudia operates the last service of the day at 22:15.
Your RUH to EAM flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport. When you're ready to start your Nejran holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of Saudi Arabia:
Most travellers choose to fly with flyadeal on this route.
Saudia stands out as the most punctual carrier for RUH to EAM flights, with 94.46% of services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between RUH and EAM:
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Dubai Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Nejran Airport (EAM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport flight is $69. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $125. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from RUH to EAM by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from RUH to EAM.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from RUH land on schedule 86.76% of the time.
King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to RUH:
Arriving at Nejran Airport (EAM)
Hop off your King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport flight and jump into your hotel bed soon after. If you're looking for a convenient option that's not too far from EAM, check out Alshahamah Hotel Apartments.
Go beyond Nejran and explore places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Nejran Airport rental car from Budget.
Reserve your vehicle from Nejran Airport at least a few weeks before your trip to get the best possible rate. If you're going away during peak season, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Nejran Airport (EAM) to central Nejran
From Nejran Airport, Nejran is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Nejran Airport (EAM)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Nejran. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Nejran is July, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Nejran Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to EAM in December if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Take your adventure further and experience more of Saudi Arabia. Khamis Mushait is around 193 kilometres north-west of Nejran and is full of exciting things to do, including حديقة روضان السليل.
Any trip through Saudi Arabia wouldn't feel complete without exploring Abha. Abha Palace Amusement Park is a highlight in this destination, which is roughly 193 kilometres north-west of Nejran.