JED
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia
2,255 km
1,401 miles
RUA
Arua
Uganda
Distance
2,255 km
1,401 mi / 1,218 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
204°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

JED RUA
Airport Name King Abdulaziz International Airport Arua Airport
IATA Code JED RUA
ICAO Code OEJN HUAR
City Jeddah Arua
Country Saudi Arabia Uganda
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Africa/Kampala
Elevation 48 ft 3,951 ft
Coordinates 21.680000, 39.160000 3.050000, 30.920000

Jeddah (JED) to Arua (RUA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Arua Airport (RUA) in Arua, Uganda is 2,255 kilometers (1,401 miles / 1,218 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:01 in Jeddah, it's 21:01 in Arua.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,903 feet between the two airports. Arua Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport.

The return flight from Arua (RUA) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 23° (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 King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Arua Airport (RUA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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