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Airport Comparison
| NQZ | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | NQZ | RUH |
| ICAO Code | UACC | OERK |
| City | Astana | Riyadh |
| Country | Kazakhstan | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Asia/Almaty | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 1,166 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 51.020000, 71.470000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Astana (NQZ) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) in Astana, Kazakhstan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 3,584 kilometers (2,227 miles / 1,935 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Kazakhstan with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:40 in Astana, it's 05:40 in Riyadh.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Astana (NQZ) follows a heading of 30° (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 Nursultan Nazarbayev International Airport (NQZ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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