Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
Hong Kong is five hours ahead of Riyadh and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Your RUH to HKG flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between RUH and HKG:
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight is $294. A round-trip fare is currently $770. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from RUH to HKG. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RUH to HKG by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
86.76% of flights leaving King Khaled International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from RUH.
To reach King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a handy hotel near RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Consider staying in a hotel close to HKG if you're taking a late King Khaled International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
The address for HKG is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
From Hong Kong International Airport, Hong Kong is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Hong Kong. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Hong Kong International Airport for August if you want to explore Hong Kong during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to HKG in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) then.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hong Kong. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Canton Tower, Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall.
Shenzhen is another essential stop in China and is around 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. No journey is complete without seeing Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.