Airport Comparison
Arbil (EBL) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Erbil International Airport (EBL) in Arbil, Iraq to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 1,281 kilometers (796 miles / 692 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 167°.
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 an international route connecting Iraq with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:56 in Arbil, it's 17:56 in Riyadh.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Arbil (EBL) follows a heading of 349° (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 Erbil International Airport (EBL) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.