CKL
Moscow
Russia
3,509 km
2,180 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
3,509 km
2,180 mi / 1,895 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Moscow
Heading
165°
south southeast

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CKL RUH
Airport Name Chkalovskiy Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code CKL RUH
ICAO Code UUMU OERK
City Moscow Riyadh
Country Russia Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/Moscow Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 499 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 55.880000, 38.060000 24.960000, 46.700000

Moscow (CKL) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chkalovskiy Airport (CKL) in Moscow, Russia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 3,509 kilometers (2,180 miles / 1,895 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Russia 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 02:42 in Moscow, it's 02:42 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,550 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Chkalovskiy Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Moscow (CKL) follows a heading of 351° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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