RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
4,497 km
2,794 miles
VST
Stockholm / Vasteras
Sweden
Distance
4,497 km
2,794 mi / 2,428 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
337°
north northwest

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RUH VST
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Stockholm Vasteras Airport
IATA Code RUH VST
ICAO Code OERK ESOW
City Riyadh Stockholm / Vasteras
Country Saudi Arabia Sweden
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Europe/Stockholm
Elevation 2,049 ft 21 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 59.590000, 16.630000

Riyadh (RUH) to Stockholm / Vasteras (VST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) in Stockholm / Vasteras, Sweden is 4,497 kilometers (2,794 miles / 2,428 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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 Saudi Arabia with Sweden. 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 04:30 in Riyadh, it's 02:30 in Stockholm / Vasteras.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,028 feet between the two airports. Stockholm Vasteras Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Stockholm / Vasteras (VST) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 136° (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 Stockholm Vasteras Airport (VST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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