AKU
Aksu
China
3,583 km
2,226 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
3,583 km
2,226 mi / 1,935 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
250°
west southwest

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AKU RUH
Airport Name Aksu Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code AKU RUH
ICAO Code ZWAK OERK
City Aksu Riyadh
Country China Saudi Arabia
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 0 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 41.260000, 80.290000 24.960000, 46.700000

Aksu (AKU) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Aksu Airport (AKU) in Aksu, China to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 3,583 kilometers (2,226 miles / 1,935 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west southwest at a heading of 250°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:12 in Aksu, it's 08:12 in Riyadh. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,049 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Aksu Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Aksu (AKU) follows a heading of 51° (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 Aksu Airport (AKU) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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