Airport Comparison
| KRK | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | KRK | RUH |
| ICAO Code | EPKK | OERK |
| City | Kraków | Riyadh |
| Country | Poland | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Europe/Warsaw | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 791 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.080000, 19.780000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Kraków (KRK) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) in Kraków, Poland to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 3,626 kilometers (2,253 miles / 1,958 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.
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 Poland 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 08:28 in Kraków, it's 10:28 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,258 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Kraków (KRK) follows a heading of 327° (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 John Paul II International Airport Kraków-Balice Airport (KRK) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.