Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN): what you need to know
Gan Island's timezone is UTC+5, which makes Gan Island two hours ahead of Riyadh.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your RUH to GAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from King Khaled International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport. Bandaranaike International Airport is a popular stopover on the RUH to GAN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
Currently, C$355 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$966. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RUH to GAN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from RUH to GAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Khaled International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport.
Handy information about King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
King Khaled International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from RUH arrive on schedule 86.76% of the time.
To get to King Khaled International Airport from central Riyadh, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to RUH? If you're catching an early flight from King Khaled International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
Book a hotel near GAN if you're catching a late King Khaled International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to central Gan Island
From Gan/Seenu Airport, Gan Island is approximately 3 kilometres away. It takes around 5 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Gan Island. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Gan Island is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from RUH to GAN around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Maldives
Hithadhoo is just one of the many places in Maldives waiting to be discovered once you've seen Gan Island. Around 13 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Eidigali Kilhi, Masjid Ah Thaqwa and City Square.
Next stop? Find your way to Mahibadhoo. It's about 499 kilometres north of Gan Island and features highlights including Guest beach and Omadhoo.