Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS): what you need to know
The timezone in Marseille is UTC+1, which is two hours behind Riyadh.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your RUH to MRS flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport. These are the top stopovers between RUH and MRS:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Barcelona-El Prat Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight is ج.م. 6,593. A return ticket is currently ج.م. 15,994. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from RUH to MRS. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from RUH to MRS.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from King Khaled International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that take off from RUH land on time.
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a handy hotel close to RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MRS if you're taking a late King Khaled International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Marseille Provence Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Rentscape, Goldcar or Free2move and explore beyond Marseille's main sights.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Marseille Provence Airport around one week before travelling.
Getting from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to central Marseille
From Marseille Provence Airport, Marseille is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Marseille Provence Airport (MRS)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Marseille based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Marseille Provence Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Marseille, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 30ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to MRS in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 3ºC and 13ºC on average.
Explore more of France
Marseille is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of France just waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north of Marseille, a trip to Lyon will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere, Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in France, head for Toulouse, roughly 322 kilometres west of Marseille. Basilique Saint-Sernin, Cité de l'espace and Pont Neuf are key reasons to visit.
