RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
4,832 km
3,002 miles
SLY
Salekhard
Russia
Distance
4,832 km
3,002 mi / 2,609 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
11°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

RUH SLY
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Salekhard Airport
IATA Code RUH SLY
ICAO Code OERK USDD
City Riyadh Salekhard
Country Saudi Arabia Russia
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Asia/Yekaterinburg
Elevation 2,049 ft 218 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 66.590000, 66.610000

Riyadh (RUH) to Salekhard (SLY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Salekhard Airport (SLY) in Salekhard, Russia is 4,832 kilometers (3,002 miles / 2,609 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 11°.

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 Saudi Arabia with Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:19 in Riyadh, it's 16:19 in Salekhard.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,831 feet between the two airports. Salekhard Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Salekhard (SLY) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 207° (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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH) and Salekhard Airport (SLY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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