Airport Comparison
Nejran Airport (EAM) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nejran Airport (EAM) in Nejran Airport, Saudi Arabia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 851 kilometers (529 miles / 459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
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 18:08 in Nejran Airport, it's 18:08 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,933 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Nejran Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Nejran Airport (EAM) follows a heading of 197° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Nejran Airport (EAM) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.