Flying from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Toronto: what you need to know
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport is located in Riyadh. Following the UTC-5 timezone, Toronto is eight hours behind Riyadh.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your RUH to Toronto flight.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from RUH to Toronto with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Located around 27 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh, RUH can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto? Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel are close to RUH. They're a particularly great option if you have an early departure.
Riyadh King Khalid International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that take off from RUH land on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Toronto
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto flight is $599. The cheapest price for a return flight is $977. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from RUH to Toronto if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap tickets from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to access the lowest prices throughout the month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It takes about 30 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near YYZ:
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Toronto Pearson International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from RUH to Toronto.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Once your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 10 minutes by car. Central Toronto is roughly 3 kilometres from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 20 minutes or so.
After stepping off your RUH to Toronto flight, unwind at a hotel near YTZ. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from YTZ one week ahead of time. You can also expect to have a wider selection of vehicles.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM) is around 72 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes about 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the city centre by taxi or ride-share after your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto.
If you use public transport, the journey takes around 1 hour 50 minutes.
If you don't want to make the trip into the centre, head for a hotel close to YHM. Get comfortable at one of these stays after your RUH to Toronto flight:
If you prefer a certain model or make, booking early gives you a better shot at getting what you want. Reserve your ride from YHM a few weeks ahead of your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
January is the quietest month for flights from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto, while July is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Toronto based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from RUH to Toronto in February when temperatures average between -15ºC (5ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Toronto
After booking your flight from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. The Top CN Tower, CN Tower and Royal Ontario Museum are popular attractions which should feature on every Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal is just one of the many cities in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Toronto. Around 499 kilometres away to the northeast, top sights here include Cirque du Soleil - KURIOS, Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Ottawa is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres northeast of Toronto. No trip is complete without dropping by Rideau Canal National Historic Site, Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal, Locks 1 - 8 - Ottawa.