Airport Comparison
| GAU | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | GAU | RUH |
| ICAO Code | VEGT | OERK |
| City | Guwahati | Riyadh |
| Country | India | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Asia/Kolkata | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 162 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.110000, 91.590000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Guwahati (GAU) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) in Guwahati, India to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 4,483 kilometers (2,786 miles / 2,421 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west at a heading of 279°.
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 India with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:43 in Guwahati, it's 12:13 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,887 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Guwahati (GAU) follows a heading of 78° (east 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 Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.