Airport Comparison
| RKT | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Ras Al Khaimah International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKT | RUH |
| ICAO Code | OMRK | OERK |
| City | Ras Al Khaimah | Riyadh |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 102 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 25.610000, 55.940000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 932 kilometers (579 miles / 503 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 268°.
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 United Arab Emirates with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 16:35 in Ras Al Khaimah, it's 15:35 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,947 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Ras Al Khaimah International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Ras Al Khaimah (RKT) follows a heading of 84° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ras Al Khaimah International Airport (RKT) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.