GDZ
Gelendzhik
Russia
2,318 km
1,440 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
2,318 km
1,440 mi / 1,252 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Moscow
Heading
157°
south southeast

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GDZ RUH
Airport Name Gelendzhik Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code GDZ RUH
ICAO Code URKG OERK
City Gelendzhik Riyadh
Country Russia Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/Moscow Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 98 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 44.580000, 38.010000 24.960000, 46.700000

Gelendzhik (GDZ) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gelendzhik Airport (GDZ) in Gelendzhik, Russia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 2,318 kilometers (1,440 miles / 1,252 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 157°.

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 Russia 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 23:34 in Gelendzhik, it's 23:34 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,951 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Gelendzhik Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Gelendzhik (GDZ) follows a heading of 342° (north 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 Gelendzhik Airport (GDZ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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