The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates is 889 kilometers (552 miles / 480 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying east at a heading of 85°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:35 in Riyadh, it's 10:35 in Sharjah.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,938 feet between the two airports. Sharjah International Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Sharjah (SHJ) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 269° (west). 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 Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.