ERF
Erfurt
Germany
4,193 km
2,605 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
4,193 km
2,605 mi / 2,264 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
120°
east southeast

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ERF RUH
Airport Name Erfurt Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code ERF RUH
ICAO Code EDDE OERK
City Erfurt Riyadh
Country Germany Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/Berlin Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 1,036 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 50.980000, 10.960000 24.960000, 46.700000

Erfurt (ERF) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Erfurt Airport (ERF) in Erfurt, Germany to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 4,193 kilometers (2,605 miles / 2,264 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Germany with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:27 in Erfurt, it's 06:27 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,013 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Erfurt Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Erfurt (ERF) follows a heading of 323° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Erfurt Airport (ERF) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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