FFD
Fairford
United Kingdom
5,035 km
3,129 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
5,035 km
3,129 mi / 2,719 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
107°
east southeast

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FFD RUH
Airport Name RAF Fairford King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code FFD RUH
ICAO Code EGVA OERK
City Fairford Riyadh
Country United Kingdom Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 286 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 51.680000, -1.790000 24.960000, 46.700000

Fairford (FFD) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Fairford (FFD) in Fairford, United Kingdom to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 5,035 kilometers (3,129 miles / 2,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

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 United Kingdom 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 01:08 in Fairford, it's 04:08 in Riyadh. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,763 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than RAF Fairford.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Fairford (FFD) follows a heading of 319° (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 RAF Fairford (FFD) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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