Airport Comparison
| AKX | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Aktobe Aliya Moldagulova International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKX | RUH |
| ICAO Code | UATT | OERK |
| City | Aktyubinsk | Riyadh |
| Country | Kazakhstan | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Asia/Aqtobe | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 741 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 50.250000, 57.210000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Aktyubinsk (AKX) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Aktobe Aliya Moldagulova International Airport (AKX) in Aktyubinsk, Kazakhstan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 2,954 kilometers (1,835 miles / 1,595 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.
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 Kazakhstan with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:34 in Aktyubinsk, it's 09:34 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,308 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Aktobe Aliya Moldagulova International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Aktyubinsk (AKX) follows a heading of 15° (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 Aktobe Aliya Moldagulova International Airport (AKX) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.