The flight distance from Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) in Masai Mara, Kenya to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 3,191 kilometers (1,983 miles / 1,723 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.

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 Kenya 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 03:00 in Masai Mara, it's 03:00 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,151 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Masai Mara (MRE) follows a heading of 205° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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