Flying from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Riyadh Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Damascus Airport to Riyadh Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 25 minutes.
Damascus and Riyadh share the same timezone, UTC+3.
There are 16 Damascus Airport to Riyadh Airport flights every week.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DAM 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 lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
With direct flights from Damascus Airport to Riyadh Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Riyadh (and then other corners of Saudi Arabia) is a cinch. Here's who you can travel nonstop with:
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is flyadeal.
Flynas is the most punctual carrier that operates DAM to RUH flights, with 75.64% of its services landing on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport (DAM) to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Damascus Airport to Riyadh Airport flight is P5,303. A return fare right now is P13,424. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from DAM to RUH if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Damascus Airport to Riyadh Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Damascus Airport to Riyadh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Damascus Airport (DAM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Damascus Airport, 70% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Damascus to Damascus Airport is approximately 31 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Arriving at Riyadh Airport (RUH)
Step off your Damascus Airport to Riyadh Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a handy option a short journey from RUH, consider Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel.
Grab a Riyadh Airport rental car and explore Riyadh and beyond with your own set of wheels. Sixt, Alamo and Final Rentals are top providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Riyadh Airport around four weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
From Riyadh Airport, Riyadh is approximately 32 kilometers away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Riyadh Airport (RUH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Damascus Airport to Riyadh Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Riyadh in March.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Damascus Airport to Riyadh Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DAM to RUH sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia you'll want to see. About 386 kilometers north-east of Riyadh, a visit to Dammam will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Ithra, Adventure World and Al Bayan Mosque.
Al Kharj is another place you shouldn't miss during your travels through Saudi Arabia. Head to this destination, which is about 137 kilometers south-east of Riyadh, to take in highlights like King Abdulaziz Grand Mosque.