Flying from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Thiruvananthapuram Airport (TRV): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Riyadh Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport.
Thiruvananthapuram is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your RUH to TRV flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Thiruvananthapuram (and then seeing more of India!) is a cinch with Air India Express. This popular carrier has direct flights from Riyadh Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air India Express on this route.
Among carriers operating RUH to TRV flights, Air India Express has the best track record for timely arrivals.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between RUH and TRV:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah Airport
Kochi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Thiruvananthapuram Airport (TRV)
Right now, $218 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $387. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from RUH to TRV.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Riyadh Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from RUH arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of getting to the airport on time. If you need a place to stay before your flight from Riyadh Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport, have a look at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel. It's a short drive from RUH.
Arriving at Thiruvananthapuram Airport (TRV)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Riyadh Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near TRV instead:
When to fly to Thiruvananthapuram Airport (TRV)
January is the most popular month for flights from Riyadh Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Thiruvananthapuram in March.
The warmest month in Thiruvananthapuram is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Lock in your flights from Riyadh Airport to Thiruvananthapuram Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to TRV in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Tirunelveli is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Thiruvananthapuram. Around 88 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.
Coimbatore is another standout destination in India and is around 274 kilometres north of Thiruvananthapuram. No journey is complete without seeing Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.