RTM
Rotterdam
Netherlands
4,645 km
2,886 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
4,645 km
2,886 mi / 2,508 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
114°
east southeast

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RTM RUH
Airport Name Rotterdam Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code RTM RUH
ICAO Code EHRD OERK
City Rotterdam Riyadh
Country Netherlands Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Asia/Riyadh
Elevation -15 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 51.960000, 4.440000 24.960000, 46.700000

Rotterdam (RTM) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rotterdam Airport (RTM) in Rotterdam, Netherlands to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 4,645 kilometers (2,886 miles / 2,508 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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 Netherlands 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 20:09 in Rotterdam, it's 22:09 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,064 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Rotterdam Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Rotterdam (RTM) follows a heading of 322° (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 Rotterdam Airport (RTM) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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