Flying from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport and you'll be traveling for an average of 5 hours 55 minutes.
Riyadh's timezone is UTC+3, making Riyadh two hours ahead of Munich.
Each week, there are three Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport flights. To be on board as soon as possible, go for the 15:00 Saudia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight is at 16:30 with Saudia.
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'll have plenty of time to catch your MUC to RUH flight.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Saudia is your gateway to discovering Riyadh (and maybe even some other great parts of Saudi Arabia!). Check out the direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport offered by this airline.
The airline most travelers prefer to fly with on this route is Saudia.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier that operates MUC to RUH flights, with 72.22% of its services landing on time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MUC and RUH:
Cairo International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
$138 is the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $309. These fares may change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from MUC to RUH by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MUC to RUH.
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Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Franz Josef Strauss Airport, 71.34% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is about 25 miles from central Munich. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MUC? If you're catching an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Consider booking a hotel close to RUH if you're catching a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Begin your adventure by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Riyadh's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from King Khaled International Airport about four weeks before traveling.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport to the center of Riyadh has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 25 miles away.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the busiest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Riyadh in April.
When reserving your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to King Khaled International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Riyadh, with the temperature ranging from 79ºF to 111ºF.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MUC to RUH in January. Average temperatures are between 45ºF and 73ºF then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Riyadh. Around 240 miles away to the north-east, popular attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Always wanted to visit Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park? Then head over to Al Kharj. Another favorite destination in Saudi Arabia, it's around 85 miles south-east of Riyadh.
