Travelling from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh is two hours ahead of Catania and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your CTA to RUH flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between CTA and RUH:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is $362. A return ticket is currently $626. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from CTA to RUH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to King Khaled International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CTA to RUH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to King Khaled International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Catania-Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Catania-Fontanarossa Airport, data shows 68.69% of flights complete their journey on time.
Catania-Fontanarossa Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Catania. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near CTA? If you're boarding an early flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to King Khaled International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Reserve a hotel close to RUH if you're on a late Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
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.
Booking your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
July is the most popular month for flights from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to King Khaled International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Riyadh in April.
Lock in your flight from Catania-Fontanarossa Airport to King Khaled International Airport for July if you want to visit Riyadh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CTA to RUH in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Al Kharj is another destination worth seeing during your time in Saudi Arabia. Journey to this destination, which is roughly 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to visit highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.
