Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Ottawa: what you need to know
The timezone in Ottawa is UTC-4. The city is 7 hours behind Riyadh, where King Khaled International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to make your flight from RUH to Ottawa. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Whether you'd like to discover a new city along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to find a flight with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is a stop you can make on your flight from RUH to Ottawa.
If you have a passport from Saudi Arabia, you will need an embassy visa to visit Canada. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check the visa rules ahead of booking and certainly before flying.
RUH is around 40 kilometres from central Riyadh. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 33 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you've booked an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Ottawa
₹ 48,187 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 65,556. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from RUH to Ottawa. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Getting a cheap ticket from RUH to Ottawa is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
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Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND) to central Ottawa is approximately 24 kilometres. It takes about 22 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa. Reserve one of these accommodation options near YND instead:
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. Once you've disembarked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa, it'll take you around 19 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 43 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near YOW. Here are a few options where you can settle in after your flight from RUH to Ottawa:
Best time to go to Ottawa
Travel to Ottawa in high season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Alternatively, schedule your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
When booking your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Ottawa, with the temperature ranging from 13ºC to 27ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC and -2ºC. Search for cheap flights from RUH to Ottawa around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ottawa
Start your Ottawa trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa, explore our range of hotels including:
Parliament Hill and Rideau Canal are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Ottawa travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Gallery of Canada.
Complete your Ottawa trip with a car rental
Pick one of our car rentals in Ottawa and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare companies in one place to find your ideal ride once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from King Khaled International Airport to Ottawa.
