KWI
Kuwait City
Kuwait
491 km
305 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
491 km
305 mi / 265 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Kuwait
Heading
195°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

KWI RUH
Airport Name Kuwait International Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code KWI RUH
ICAO Code OKKK OERK
City Kuwait City Riyadh
Country Kuwait Saudi Arabia
Timezone Asia/Kuwait Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 206 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 29.230000, 47.980000 24.960000, 46.700000

Kuwait City (KWI) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) in Kuwait City, Kuwait to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 491 kilometers (305 miles / 265 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Kuwait with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:25 in Kuwait City, it's 11:25 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,843 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Kuwait International Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Kuwait City (KWI) follows a heading of 15° (north 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 Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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