Airport Comparison
Al Ghaidah International Airport (AAY) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al Ghaidah International Airport (AAY) in Al Ghaidah International Airport, Yemen to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 1,129 kilometers (701 miles / 610 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
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 Yemen with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:17 in Al Ghaidah International Airport, it's 09:17 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,915 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Al Ghaidah International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Al Ghaidah International Airport (AAY) follows a heading of 149° (south 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 Al Ghaidah International Airport (AAY) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.