DIA
Doha
Qatar
491 km
305 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
491 km
305 mi / 265 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Qatar
Heading
267°
west

Airport Comparison

DIA RUH
Airport Name Doha International Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code DIA RUH
ICAO Code OTBD OERK
City Doha Riyadh
Country Qatar Saudi Arabia
Timezone Asia/Qatar Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 35 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 25.260000, 51.570000 24.960000, 46.700000

Doha (DIA) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Doha International Airport (DIA) in Doha, Qatar to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 491 kilometers (305 miles / 265 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 267°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Qatar with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:17 in Doha, it's 01:17 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,014 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Doha International Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Doha (DIA) follows a heading of 85° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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