LKZ
Lakenheath
United Kingdom
4,909 km
3,050 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
4,909 km
3,050 mi / 2,651 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/London
Heading
110°
east southeast

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Airport Comparison

LKZ RUH
Airport Name RAF Lakenheath King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code LKZ RUH
ICAO Code EGUL OERK
City Lakenheath Riyadh
Country United Kingdom Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/London Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 32 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 52.410000, 0.560000 24.960000, 46.700000

Lakenheath (LKZ) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from RAF Lakenheath (LKZ) in Lakenheath, United Kingdom to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 4,909 kilometers (3,050 miles / 2,651 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.

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 12:07 in Lakenheath, it's 14:07 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,017 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than RAF Lakenheath.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Lakenheath (LKZ) follows a heading of 321° (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 Lakenheath (LKZ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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