RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
2,732 km
1,697 miles
SZR
Stara Zagora
Bulgaria
Distance
2,732 km
1,697 mi / 1,475 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
320°
northwest

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RUH SZR
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Stara Zagora Airport
IATA Code RUH SZR
ICAO Code OERK LBSZ
City Riyadh Stara Zagora
Country Saudi Arabia Bulgaria
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Europe/Sofia
Elevation 2,049 ft 558 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 42.380000, 25.660000

Riyadh (RUH) to Stara Zagora (SZR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) in Stara Zagora, Bulgaria is 2,732 kilometers (1,697 miles / 1,475 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Bulgaria. 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 06:34 in Riyadh, it's 05:34 in Stara Zagora.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,491 feet between the two airports. Stara Zagora Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Stara Zagora (SZR) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 128° (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 Stara Zagora Airport (SZR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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