Abha to Riyadh (AHB–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AHB–RUH is served by 6 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways, Saudia and flyadeal lead the route. The flight covers 532 miles in approximately 1h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 7 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 42 | 32N | 1h35 | – | – | – |
| SV Saudia | 35 | 320, 330 | 1h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| F3 flyadeal | 28 | 320 | 1h40 | – | – | – |
| GF Gulf Air | 22 | 320, 32N | 1h35 | – | – | – |
| AZ ITA Airways | 14 | 320, 330 | 1h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| ET Ethiopian Airlines | 7 | 32N | 1h35 | – | Star Alliance | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riyadh from Abha
| Metric | AHB→RUH | GIZ→RUH | BHH→RUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AHB | – | 93 mi | 121 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 6 | 5 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 148 | 72 | 14 |
| Flight time | 1h 35m | 1h 45m | 1h 25m |
Travel Essentials
AHB: +03 · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Abha, it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh.
AHB–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AHB to RUH
Abha International Airport (AHB) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from ITA Airways, Ethiopian Airlines, Etihad Airways, flyadeal, Gulf Air and Saudia. With 148 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AHB to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AHB to RUH ranges from 1 hours 35 minutes to 1 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 532 miles (856 km). There are approximately 148 weekly flights outbound and 113 return, totaling 261 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
7 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via MED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Jizan (GIZ), Bisha (BHH) and Najran (EAM).