Shortest Flight
Pegasus
25 Sep, Fri
Riyadh – Bucharest
12h 35m
1 stop
RUH–OTP
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Quick Flight Summary from Riyadh to Bucharest
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price KWD 49
- Direct flight duration 10 hour 20 min
- Arrival airports BBU / OTP
- Best days to book Friday, Tuesday
- Average over the last 30 days KWD 77
Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Bucharest
Lufthansa
20 Oct, Tue
Riyadh – Bucharest
14h 25m
1 stop
RUH–OTP
Last update: 05 September 2026 20:35
Estimated Prices for Riyadh to Bucharest Flights
Cheapest Day20 September Sunday
Best Price
KWD 46
Average Price
KWD 88
KWD 150
KWD 46
Key Features of the Airlines
- Budget-Friendly
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- Modern Fleet
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Kuwait's Best LCC
- Kuwait Based
- Flexible Options
- Kuwait Flag Carrier
- Full Service
- Free Baggage
- Egypt-KSA Specialist
- 30kg Free Baggage
- Full Service Included
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to Airport from Riyadh City Center
King Khalid Intl. Airport
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.
Taxi
Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.
Bus Services
Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.
Metro
Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.
Hotel Shuttles
Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.
Rental Car
For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.
Transportation to Bucharest City Center from Airport
Aurel Vlaicu Intl. Airport
Aurel Vlaciu Airport, the second most important airport in Bucharest, is located 10 kilometers from the city center. For transportation to the city center from Aurel Vlaciu Airport, you can choose from bus, trolleybus and tramway options, especially taxis. In addition, you can also go to the airport by your car through the highway.
Taxi
Taking a taxi may be the fastest transportation option to get to the city center. You can easily get to the city center by taxi. Taxi fares are determined per kilometer. Once you get off the plane, you can get a taxi without waiting at the terminal building of the airport.
Bus
You can easily travel by bus, which is an economical option that you can prefer to reach the airport. It is very practical to get to anywhere in the city by buses, which have many different lines and provide transportation service to every part of the city.
Trolleybus
As an alternative to the bus option, you can also choose to head to the city center by trolleybus, which is the wired bus. Just like the buses, you can get to every corner of the city thanks to trolleybuses, which may be an economical and comfortable alternative for you.
Tramway
Tramway, which is a rail system option, is at your service as another option to get to the city center. You can take the normal tramway line to reach the city center, as well as you can prefer to take the express tramway line and get to the city center faster.
Henri Coanda Intl. Airport
Henri Coanda Airport, the busiest airport in Romania, is located about 20 kilometers from the city center and you have a lot of options to get from the airport to the city center. You can choose to go to the city center by train or bus as means of public transport, or by taxi, or renting a car.
Taxi
From Henri Coanda Airport you can use the taxi to go to the city center. You can easily get to the city center with licensed taxis, which can be found in front of the terminal building at the airport. Remember that you must not get other taxis except for licensed ones.
Bus
You can go to many points of the city center by bus, which is an economical option that you can use to go to the city center. You can easily get to the city center by bus lines 780 and 783 departing from the station at Henri Coanda Airport.
Train
The trains are one of the affordable options you can use to get to the city center. You can go to many places in the city center with the trains you can get from the terminal building and you have the opportunity to go to Bucharest North Railway Station which is the last stop.
Transfer Vehicle
You can also choose to go to the city center with your hotel's transfer vehicle. Among the hotels that provide a transfer vehicle service at Henri Coanda Airport are Angelo Airport Hotel, Howard Johnson Grand Plaza, JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel, Phoenica Grand Hotel and Golden Tulip Hotels. You only need to go to the service offices at the terminal building to take advantage of the hotels' transfer service.
Car Rental
Renting a car is one of the fastest and enjoyable ways you can choose to go to the city center. You can easily get to the city center by the car you can rent from the car rental offices located between the two terminal buildings at Henri Coanda Airport. You have the option to choose the brand and model you want to use. Among the car rental companies you can choose from are Avis, Autonom, Boca, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Touring.
Bucharest Weather
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7 Sep
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Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Bucharest flights?
Which airports can I use for Riyadh-Bucharest flights?
For Riyadh-Bucharest flights, you can use King Khalid Intl. Airport as departure airport, and Aurel Vlaicu Intl. Airport, Henri Coanda Intl. Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Bucharest and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Riyadh-Bucharest and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Riyadh-Bucharest is 2883 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 3 hour 30 minutes.
Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Bucharest flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Riyadh-Bucharest flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Riyadh-Bucharest flights is Sunday.
Riyadh-Bucharest: which airline is better value on this route?
Riyadh-Bucharest: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Pegasus starts from approximately KWD 46.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Flydubai | KWD 132 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage (55x38x20 cm) / No changes allowed / No Refund / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Pegasus | KWD 46 | 1 piece X 3 kg handbag (40x30x15 cm) |
 Qatar Airways | KWD 141 | 1 piece X 7 kg cabin baggage / 1 piece X 25 kg checked baggage / Paid Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
 Aegean Airlines | KWD 65 | 1 piece cabin baggage / Penalty-Free Change (up to 48 hours) / Partial Refund (up to 48 hours) / Complimentary Refreshments |
Last update: 30.08.2026
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