KWH
Khwahan
Afghanistan
2,642 km
1,642 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
2,642 km
1,642 mi / 1,427 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1.5h
Asia/Kabul
Heading
244°
west southwest

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KWH RUH
Airport Name Khwahan Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code KWH RUH
ICAO Code OAHN OERK
City Khwahan Riyadh
Country Afghanistan Saudi Arabia
Timezone Asia/Kabul Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 3,593 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 37.880000, 70.220000 24.960000, 46.700000

Khwahan (KWH) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Khwahan Airport (KWH) in Khwahan, Afghanistan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 2,642 kilometers (1,642 miles / 1,427 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 244°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:28 in Khwahan, it's 16:58 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,544 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Khwahan Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Khwahan (KWH) follows a heading of 51° (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 Khwahan Airport (KWH) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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