GBT
Gorgan
Iran
1,517 km
943 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
1,517 km
943 mi / 819 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-0.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
211°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

GBT RUH
Airport Name Gorgan Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code GBT RUH
ICAO Code OING OERK
City Gorgan Riyadh
Country Iran Saudi Arabia
Timezone Asia/Tehran Asia/Riyadh
Elevation -24 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 36.910000, 54.400000 24.960000, 46.700000

Gorgan (GBT) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gorgan Airport (GBT) in Gorgan, Iran to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 1,517 kilometers (943 miles / 819 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southwest at a heading of 211°.

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 Iran with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:06 in Gorgan, it's 21:36 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,073 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Gorgan Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Gorgan (GBT) follows a heading of 27° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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