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Airport Comparison
| DWC | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Al Maktoum International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | DWC | RUH |
| ICAO Code | OMDW | OERK |
| City | Jebel Ali | Riyadh |
| Country | United Arab Emirates | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Asia/Dubai | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 114 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.900000, 55.160000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Jebel Ali (DWC) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) in Jebel Ali, United Arab Emirates to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 853 kilometers (530 miles / 461 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west at a heading of 272°.
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 United Arab Emirates with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:16 in Jebel Ali, it's 10:16 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,935 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Al Maktoum International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Jebel Ali (DWC) follows a heading of 89° (east). 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 Maktoum International Airport (DWC) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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