Book Flights From Abha to Riyadh

Abha to Riyadh flight information

Average flight duration	01h 35m
Average direct flight prices	SAR255 - SAR462
Distance	841 km
Top Airlines	Saudia, flyadeal, flynas
Origin airport	Abha International Airport
Destination airport	Riyadh King Khalid International Airport

 

Airport details/information

Abha International Airport (IATA: AHB،ICAO: OEAB) is the local airport in Abha, the capital of Asir Province in Saudi Arabia. Its launch was in 1977.

It provides the passengers, a lounge, ATMs, Wi-Fi, car rentals service, in addition to a cafeteria and shops.

Abha Airport is a small terminal that serves flights to both Saudi and Middle East destinations.

 

Origin airport facilities  Abha International Airport	Destination airport facilities  Riyadh King Khalid International Airport
Shops Wi-Fi lounge Car hire service Cafeteria ATMs	A Mosque Inter-terminal transportation VIP services and lounges  ATM Free Wi-Fi Car rental counters

 

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Almosafer offers you last minute flight deals on most airlines’ tickets, all you have to do is to check the prices, specify your route and then pick the airline you want to fly with.

You can still spend the best trip, even when going on a low-budget, if you only follow the next steps:

1. Make sure to compare between flight aggregators and official airlines’ websites to guarantee the best deal.

2. Be selective when it comes to your flight time, like, the least preferable time for people to travel. Transit flights as well make a good choice for direct flights that cost more money.

3. Book your ticket as early as possible when it comes to international flights because ticket rates rise right before the departure time within one or two months.

4. If you are experiencing a hard time booking a cheap last minute ticket, after midnight is your answer, as the tickets prices are reduced for seats that weren’t booked during the day.

 

Figure out best last minute flight offers and pick your favorite cheap airline offering non-stop flights from Abha to Riyadh:

Consider flying with Saudi Arabian Airlines, as you will be paying for your direct flight from Abha to Riyadh ticket only SAR255, and you will enjoy the most spacious and comfy seat, special monitors with several channels, international cuisine and giveaways. flyadeal comes in second, as the ticket on this low-cost airline costs SAR258, in return for comfortable seats and onboard shopping. Your last inexpensive choice can be flynas, for which the ticket will cost you SAR261,  and you will be able to have a restful flight with luxurious leather seats, a generous baggage allowance and Executive lounge access at selected airports.

 

About Abha

Abha, known as the queen of Saudi cities and the home of the headquarters of the regional Governorate and capital of Asir region, is located across the Sarawat mountain range at the southwestern part of Saudi Arabia at an elevation of 2270 m above sea level. The city is considered as a mountain retreat and vacation spot for people from across Saudi Arabia and the other Arabian Gulf countries due to its spectacular mountain scenery, cool climate, fertile soil and moderate rainfall.

Abha is dramatically being altered to a major sightseeing, as the city boasts 5-star hotels, furnished tourist villas and fashionable motels. Tourists can hang around while moving between mountain parks in the midst of a hospitable Arab atmosphere.

 

About Riyadh

Riyadh, which is the capital city of the kingdom and the largest city on the Arabian Peninsula, is now one of the most outstanding and flourishing cities, particularly following the discovery of the Abqaiq field in 1940. The city holds right in the middle, the country’s best museum, which is considered as a heritage place that relates the kingdom’s genesis story, besides a number of the world-class hotels and finest restaurants in the country.

The city is mostly a business destination.

 

Pick the best time to visit Riyadh and get a closer look on the city's top hotels

For decades, Riyadh has been mostly considered as a business destination, but at the present time, it’s known for housing the finest hotels, best museums, restaurants and shopping malls.

The city has a hot desert climate, where the summer season goes from May to September, the temperature reaches almost 40 °C. On the other hand, winter, which starts from December to February, has cold temperatures with extreme weather, where the highest goes up to 26°C and the lowest gets to 18°C. The country is generally a winter destination, so the tourist season begins from October until March,  therefore we recommend you with the best months to visit are between November and February when winters are the coldest. 

You can make your hotel booking via our website while choosing your most preferable one among our list of 235 hotels.

If you are seeking a comfy stay to be able to discover what is around, Courtyard by Marriott Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter, which is a 4-star hotel, is what you are looking for. The hotel offers a pleasant hideaway stay, and is surrounded by King Khalid Grand Mosque, Sky Bridge Kingdom Tower and King Abdulaziz Historical Center. For an additional comfy option, you can stay at Braira Hotel Olaya and be a few steps away from Al Faisaliyah Tower, the National Museum of Saudi Arabia and Al Watan Park. Novotel Suites Riyadh Olaya makes a great choice as well, for you will not be far from Riyadh Zoo, King Abdullah Park and Imam Turki Bin Abdullah Grand Mosque.

Riyadh can also be a shopping destination, as for whatever hotel choice you will make, you will definitely be surrounded by myriads of malls exhibiting lots of brands shops. For instance, if you prefer staying at DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Riyadh - Al Muroj Business Gate, you will be a few steps away from Marina Mall Riyadh, Riyadh Gallery Mall and Owais Mall. However, you can be close to Kingdom Centre, Localizer Mall and Al Faisaliah Mall, while staying at Carawan Al Fahad Hotel. For a 3-star hotel, ibis Riyadh Olaya Street makes a fine choice, as you will find Olaya Mall, Centria Mall, Panorama Mall and Hayat Mall right at your doorstep.

For your long-awaited luxurious vacation, The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh makes the perfect retreat. This 5-star elegant hotel promises its guests with the ultimate stay, as it boasts 6 restaurants, an indoor pool and spacious rooms with free Wi-Fi and a seating area. If you would like to consider another option Burj Rafal Hotel Kempinski is similarly adequate for your lavish getaway, as you will get to stay in sophisticated modern rooms including a comfy living area, a flat-screen TV and a minibar. The hotel also houses two fitness centres and swimming pools and a variety of dining restaurants. If you would like to experience another neat stay, you can give Rosh Rayhaan by Rotana a shot which is located in Olaya Street, offering splendid classic rooms and royal suites that would suit the business travellers, along with international food outlets.

 

Get to discover exciting places to visit in Riyadh while wandering the streets

Riyadh has been a business traveler's destination for a long time, yet Saudi Arabia has been working on transforming the city into a more appealing metropolis, and has been adding tons of entertainment, amazing ventures and top sightseeing sites to draw tourists from the rest of the country and from abroad.

In case you are fond of historical sites, you can visit the National Museum which exhibits the history of human civilisation, Islam and Saudi Arabia in eight galleries, and its collection includes sculptures, antiquities along with audiovisual instalments. You can pass by Al Masmak Fortress, the birthplace of Saudi Arabia, instead and get to watch one of their highlighted exhibits maps and fascinating photographs of Saudi Arabia dating from 1912 to 1937, in galleries converted from diwans.If you are seeking to have fun and searching for thrilling moments, you can hit Jeddah waterfront which occupies a large area of the Red Sea and has a lot of activities like, swimming beaches, parks, restaurants and playgrounds. For other exciting options, you can choose either the Red Sand Dunes, that are large windswept dunes, where you can get a ride around the desert in a dune buggy and enjoy the mountains sight, or Jebel Fihrayn, known as the Edge of the World, which is an excellent place for some outdoor serenity and hiking activities. 

For a delightful shopping spree, you will find malls boasting all types of fine products, such as, Al Faisaliah, Al Mamlaka and Sahara Mall, or simply roam the traditional streets and reach the city’s bustling Souq al-Thumairi. 

The city also boasts Royal Riyadh Zoo which is a perfect place for kids to spend a joyful time and have a tour inside while riding the mini trains and watching the animals.

 

Find out more about your flight and discover your destination through Almosafer

1. What are the facilities of King Khalid International Airport?

King Khalid International Airport has many facilities that meet all passengers’ needs, for instance, luggage packaging, medical and transportation services, restaurants and coffee shops in terminals 1, 2 & 5, four lounges and travel agencies.

 

2. Which hotel serves King Khalid International Airport?

Marriott Airport Hotel is located right close to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport and ready to serve the airport passengers at any time

 

3. Which Riyadh hotels offer shuttle service to Riyadh King Khalid International Airport?

The Ritz Carlton, Riyadh, Four Points By Sheraton Riyadh Khaldia, Sheraton Riyadh Hotel & Towers and Hyatt Regency Riyadh Olaya are the hotels that provide shuttle service to the local airport.

 

4- Does King Khalid International Airport offer duty-free shops?

Yes, Riyadh King Khalid International Airport boasts a wide variety of duty-free shops at departure terminals 1 & 2.

 

5. What are the most prominent shopping centres in Riyadh?

The famous shopping malls in Riyadh are Riyadh Gallery Mall, Al Nakheel Mall, Granada Mall, Sahara Plaza, Centria Mall and Panorama Mall.

 

6. What other similar routes does Almosafer provide from Riyadh?

Almosafer provides other routes from Riyadh, like, Riyadh to Jeddah, Riyadh to Dubai, Riyadh to Cairo and Riyadh to Medinah.

 

7. What are the average prices for a direct flight from Abha to Riyadh on Saudia for Economy class passengers?

 Saudi Arabian Airline tickets usually range from SAR255 to SAR413.

 

8. What is the helpline number of King Khalid International Airport?

The helpline number of King Khalid International Airport is +966 920 011 233.

 

9. What is the baggage allowance on Saudia for the direct flight from Abha to Riyadh for Economy Class passengers?

The baggage allowance on Saudi Arabian Airline for your non-stop flight from Abha to Riyadh is one checked baggage, and one carry-on luggage of 7kgs in weight.

 

10. How much does an Economy/Business class ticket cost for Abha to Riyadh direct flight on Saudi Arabian Airlines?

The Economy class ticket for Abha to Riyadh flight on Saudi Arabian Airline costs SAR255. However, the Business class ticket costs SAR1,039.

 

Disclaimer: All fares are subject to availability at the time of booking

 

What you need to know about travel and COVID-19

Your safety is on top of our priorities, therefore, we are doing our best to look towards life after the gravest of the COVID-19 and not affect your plans. Here are some important points you should know before and during travel within and from Saudi Arabia:

• Before planning or booking your flight, make sure to get the needed medical checkup in case of any symptoms of COVID-19.
• Try to arrive at the airport and do your check-in 2 hours prior to a domestic departure and 4 hours before international flights to speed up the security process.
• Make electronic payment instead of cash to prevent contagion.
• Use sanitizers constantly when accessing the terminal to avoid picking up germs and viruses from other passengers.
• Saudi nationals, citizens of GCC countries including returning residents/non-Saudis carrying exit, re-entry visas, work, and residence permits can travel to/from Saudi Arabia or visit.
• You may be required to spend from 3 to 14 days quarantine depending on the country you are arriving from.

For more information, please check the latest updates on Covid-19 and travel to Saudi Arabia from our travel advice page.