Airport Comparison
Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) to Jeddah (JED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) in Prince Sultan Air Base, Saudi Arabia to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 902 kilometers (561 miles / 487 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west southwest at a heading of 255°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within Saudi Arabia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 14:46 in Prince Sultan Air Base, it's 14:46 in Jeddah.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,603 feet between the two airports. King Abdulaziz International Airport sits lower than Prince Sultan Air Base.
The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Prince Sultan Air Base (AKH) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.