RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
1,566 km
973 miles
SCT
Socotra Islands
Yemen
Distance
1,566 km
973 mi / 846 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
150°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

RUH SCT
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Socotra International Airport
IATA Code RUH SCT
ICAO Code OERK OYSQ
City Riyadh Socotra Islands
Country Saudi Arabia Yemen
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Asia/Aden
Elevation 2,049 ft 146 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 12.630000, 53.910000

Riyadh (RUH) to Socotra Islands (SCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Socotra International Airport (SCT) in Socotra Islands, Yemen is 1,566 kilometers (973 miles / 846 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 150°.

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 Saudi Arabia with Yemen. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:36 in Riyadh, it's 03:36 in Socotra Islands.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,903 feet between the two airports. Socotra International Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Socotra Islands (SCT) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 332° (north 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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH) and Socotra International Airport (SCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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