The flight distance from Mekele Airport (MQX) in Mekele Airport, Ethiopia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 1,482 kilometers (921 miles / 800 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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 an international route connecting Ethiopia with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:43 in Mekele Airport, it's 21:43 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,347 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Mekele Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Mekele Airport (MQX) follows a heading of 212° (south 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 Mekele Airport (MQX) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.