Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Asmara International Airport (ASM): what you need to know
Riyadh and Asmara share the same timezone, UTC+3.
Give yourself enough time to catch your RUH to ASM flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Asmara International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between RUH and ASM include:
Dubai Airport
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
$247 is currently the best price for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Asmara International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $515. These fares can change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from RUH to ASM, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Asmara International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from RUH to ASM.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Asmara International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that depart RUH reach their destination without delay.
King Khaled International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near RUH. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Asmara International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Asmara International Airport (ASM)
Consider staying at Crystal Hotel after touching down from your King Khaled International Airport to Asmara International Airport flight. It's a quick drive from ASM and a handy option if you want to get some rest right away.
Getting from Asmara International Airport (ASM) to central Asmara
Asmara International Airport to central Asmara has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
When to fly to Asmara International Airport (ASM)
The quietest month for a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Asmara International Airport is April, while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Asmara based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Asmara International Airport for June if you want to explore Asmara during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RUH to ASM in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Eritrea
Asmara has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Eritrea waiting to be discovered. Around 64 kilometres north-east of Asmara, a visit to Massawa will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Covered Bazaar, Sahaba Mosque and Old railway station.
Your journey through Eritrea wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Mek'erka. Azien is one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 19 kilometres north of Asmara.