New Delhi to Riyadh (DEL–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DEL–RUH is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Air India, Saudia and IndiGo lead the route. The flight covers 1,887 miles in approximately 4h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI Air India | 10 | 32N, 773 | 4h45-5h11 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| SV Saudia | 10 | 32N, 773 | 4h45-5h10 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| 6E IndiGo | 7 | 32Q | 4h55 | – | – | – |
| XY flynas | 7 | 32N | 4h01 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
DEL: IST · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in New Delhi, it's 3.5:00 PM in Riyadh.
Indian passport holders need a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. The eVisa for tourism is available through visa.visitsaudi.com. It costs around 535 SAR (includes insurance), allows multiple entries, and is valid for 1 year with stays of up to 90 days per visit. Processing is typically within minutes. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
For Hajj and Umrah, separate visa categories apply through the Nusuk platform. Work visas require employer sponsorship through the Saudi MOFA.
Delhi Metro Airport Express runs from New Delhi Railway Station to T3 in 18–20 minutes (₹60 one-way). From Shivaji Stadium (central Delhi) it takes 24 minutes. The line has four stations: New Delhi, Shivaji Stadium, Dhaula Kuan, and IGI Airport (T3). T1 (domestic) is not directly served; take the metro to T3 and the free airport bus shuttle to T1.Prepaid taxis from the terminal use a metered system with fixed rates; central Delhi costs ₹400–600. Ola and Uber operate widely and are often cheaper. Auto-rickshaws are not permitted on the expressway.
DEL–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEL to RUH
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Air India, Saudia, IndiGo and flynas. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DEL to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEL to RUH is about 4 hours 50 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,887 miles (3,036 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 34 return, totaling 68 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Sharjah, King Fahd and Muscat. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.