The flight distance from Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) in Colombo, Sri Lanka to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 4,063 kilometers (2,525 miles / 2,194 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 304°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Sri Lanka with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:00 in Colombo, it's 21:30 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,027 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Colombo (RML) follows a heading of 114° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Colombo Int Arpt Ratmalana Airport (RML) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.