The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Mehrabad International Airport (THR) in Tehran, Iran is 1,272 kilometers (790 miles / 687 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 19°.

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 Iran. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:22 in Riyadh, it's 09:52 in Tehran.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,913 feet between the two airports. Mehrabad International Airport sits higher than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Tehran (THR) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 202° (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 Mehrabad International Airport (THR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.