The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Sana'a International Airport (SAH) in Sana'a, Yemen is 1,085 kilometers (674 miles / 586 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:11 in Riyadh, it's 22:11 in Sana'a.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,167 feet between the two airports. Sana'a International Airport sits higher than King Khaled International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sana'a (SAH) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 13° (north 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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH) and Sana'a International Airport (SAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.