BEX
Benson
United Kingdom
4,988 km
3,099 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
4,988 km
3,099 mi / 2,693 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
108°
east southeast

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BEX RUH
Airport Name RAF Benson King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code BEX RUH
ICAO Code EGUB OERK
City Benson Riyadh
Country United Kingdom Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 226 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 51.620000, -1.100000 24.960000, 46.700000

Benson (BEX) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Benson (BEX) in Benson, United Kingdom to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 4,988 kilometers (3,099 miles / 2,693 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 108°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Kingdom with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:47 in Benson, it's 17:47 in Riyadh. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,823 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than RAF Benson.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Benson (BEX) follows a heading of 319° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the RAF Benson (BEX) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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