Airport Comparison
| FRA | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Frankfurt am Main International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRA | RUH |
| ICAO Code | EDDF | OERK |
| City | Frankfurt am Main | Riyadh |
| Country | Germany | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Europe/Berlin | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 364 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.030000, 8.540000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 4,294 kilometers (2,668 miles / 2,319 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.
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 Germany 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 06:58 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 08:58 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,685 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 321° (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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.