The flight distance from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) in Tehran, Iran to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 1,239 kilometers (770 miles / 669 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:40 in Tehran, it's 04:10 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,256 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Imam Khomeini International Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Tehran (IKA) follows a heading of 19° (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 Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.