Travelling from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Taif Airport (TIF): what you need to know
A direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport takes an average of 1 hour 37 minutes. Taif's timezone is UTC+3 — the same as Riyadh.
There are 157 flights from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport each week. Get the 01:20 flight if you want to leave as soon as possible. If you'd prefer to make the most of your day before leaving, the last flight from RUH to TIF departs at 23:35.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Saudia offers direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to discover the sights in Taif — plus maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if time allows.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see the options for flights from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between RUH and TIF are:
Abha Regional Airport
Kuwait International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa for travel within Saudi Arabia. You will need a valid identity document however, like a driver's license or ID card. Add them to your packing list once you've found cheap ticket from RUH to TIF.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Taif Airport (TIF)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport is $84. The cheapest price for a return flight is $146. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To snag cheap flight tickets from RUH to TIF, reserve your journey 9 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from RUH to TIF. There's no need to search every day to find out if airfares have dropped. We'll notify you when the price changes.
Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
Central Riyadh to King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 33 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
After a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near RUH. Whether you have an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Taif Airport (TIF)
Nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've touched down on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport. Nader's Apartment and Rawat Al Msaif are comfortable options near TIF.
Getting from Taif Airport (TIF) to central Taif
From Taif Airport, Taif is approximately 29 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Taif Airport (TIF)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Taif. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Taif Airport for June if you want to go to Taif during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC and 37ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to TIF in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 24ºC then.
More about Taif
Start your Taif trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. After booking your flight from RUH to TIF, have a look at our range of hotel options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Shubra Palace, Taif Zoo and Saiysad National park are highlights which should feature on every Taif itinerary.
Complete your Taif trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Taif Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Taif.