GLK
Galcaio
Somalia
2,023 km
1,257 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
2,023 km
1,257 mi / 1,092 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Mogadishu
Heading
358°
north

Airport Comparison

GLK RUH
Airport Name Galcaio Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code GLK RUH
ICAO Code HCMR OERK
City Galcaio Riyadh
Country Somalia Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Mogadishu Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 975 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 6.780000, 47.450000 24.960000, 46.700000

Galcaio (GLK) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Galcaio Airport (GLK) in Galcaio, Somalia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 2,023 kilometers (1,257 miles / 1,092 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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 Somalia with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:48 in Galcaio, it's 15:48 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,074 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Galcaio Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Galcaio (GLK) follows a heading of 178° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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