Quick Facts

Key information about King Khaled International Airport

IATA Code
RUH
ICAO Code
OERK
Timezone
Asia/Riyadh
Rail Connection
No

Live Weather at RUH

Current conditions from aviation METAR reports

RUH — Riyadh

OERK
29°C
VFR
Wind
SSE 7kt
Visibility
6+ sm
Clouds
FEW 4,000ft, SCT 8,000ft
Pressure
1015 inHg
Dew Point
11°C

Location

King Khaled International Airport on the map

Getting To and From King Khaled International Airport

Planning your journey to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)?

Most travellers reach King Khaled International Airport by car, taxi, ride-share, or public transport. Check with your airline for recommended arrival times — typically 2 hours before domestic flights and 3 hours before international departures. For the latest departure information, visit our King Khaled International Airport departures board.

Traveller Tips for RUH

  • Check your flight status — Use Departra to track your flight number for real-time gate changes, delays, and estimated departure times before you leave for the airport.
  • Check the weather — Our live METAR weather section above shows current conditions at RUH. Poor weather can cause delays, so check before you travel.
  • Arrive early — Allow time for check-in, security screening, and finding your gate. Airport queues can be unpredictable, especially during school holidays and bank holiday weekends.
  • Explore nearby airports — If flights from RUH are unavailable or expensive, check our nearby airports section above for alternative options.

About King Khaled International Airport

King Khaled International Airport (RUH/OERK) is located in Riyadh, SA. It serves as a major gateway for passengers travelling to and from the region, connecting Riyadh with destinations across the globe. Whether you are flying for business or leisure, King Khaled International Airport offers a range of facilities to make your journey as smooth as possible.

Departra provides live flight tracking, departure boards and arrival information for King Khaled International Airport. You can search for any flight by number to see its real-time status, estimated departure and arrival times, gate information, and current weather conditions at both the origin and destination airports. Our data is sourced from ADS-B receivers and aviation databases to give you the most up-to-date picture of operations at RUH.

For the latest departures from King Khaled International Airport, visit our Riyadh departures board. You can also explore other airports, airlines, and routes from the links above. All flight information is provided for general reference — please confirm details directly with your airline before travelling.