Airport Comparison
Jeddah (JED) to Riyadh (XXN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Riyadh Air Base (XXN) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 844 kilometers (524 miles / 456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.
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 a domestic route within Saudi Arabia. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 12:13 in Jeddah, it's 12:13 in Riyadh.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,034 feet between the two airports. Riyadh Air Base sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (XXN) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 248° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Riyadh Air Base (XXN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.