Airport Comparison
| RUH | SKG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Khaled International Airport | Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport |
| IATA Code | RUH | SKG |
| ICAO Code | OERK | LGTS |
| City | Riyadh | Thessaloniki |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Greece |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | Europe/Athens |
| Elevation | 2,049 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.960000, 46.700000 | 40.520000, 22.970000 |
Riyadh (RUH) to Thessaloniki (SKG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) in Thessaloniki, Greece is 2,798 kilometers (1,739 miles / 1,511 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.
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 Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:47 in Riyadh, it's 07:47 in Thessaloniki.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,027 feet between the two airports. Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.
The return flight from Thessaloniki (SKG) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 121° (east southeast). 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 Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport (SKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.