Flying from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh is two hours ahead of Bologna and follows the UTC+3 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BLQ to RUH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between BLQ and RUH:
Queen Alia International Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Currently, ج.م. 7,712 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Guglielmo Marconi Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 15,004. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from BLQ to RUH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to King Khaled International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Of the departures from Guglielmo Marconi Airport, 74.23% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Bologna to Guglielmo Marconi Airport is approximately 10 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel close to BLQ? If you've booked an early flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
If you have a late Guglielmo Marconi Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near RUH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and experience more of Riyadh and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to the centre of Riyadh has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Riyadh. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Guglielmo Marconi Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 44ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from BLQ to RUH in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Al Kharj is another place you shouldn't miss during your Saudi Arabia travels. Journey to this destination, which is around 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to take in highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.
