Rome to Riyadh (FCO–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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FCO–RUH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. ITA Airways and Saudia lead the route. The flight covers 2,281 miles in approximately 5h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ ITA Airways | 20 | 320, 32Q | 5h10-5h15 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| SV Saudia Also: AR | 14 | 320, 321 | 5h15 | – | SkyTeam | AR |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
FCO: CEST · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Rome, it's 7:00 PM in Riyadh.
Italian passport holders must obtain an eVisa before traveling to Saudi Arabia. The application is completed online through the official visa portal (visa.visitsaudi.com) and costs SAR 535 (roughly EUR 130), including medical insurance. Processing is usually within 24 hours. The eVisa is valid for 1 year with multiple entries and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit, with a maximum of 180 days total.
Leonardo Express non-stop train runs from Roma Termini to FCO in 32 minutes (€14, no stops). Regional trains (FL1 line) make stops including Trastevere, Ostiense, Tuscolana, and Tiburtina; slower (45–55 min) but cheaper (€8) and useful if you're not near Termini. Trains run every 15 minutes from Termini and every 30 minutes for regional services.Taxis from central Rome have a fixed fare: €50 (within the Aurelian Walls), €55–60 for outer neighborhoods. The fixed rate is mandatory; insist if the driver tries to use a meter. Ride-hail apps (Uber Black, itTaxi) are available but pricier than taxis on this route.
FCO–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from FCO to RUH
Rome–Fiumicino Leonardo da Vinci International Airport (FCO) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from ITA Airways and Saudia. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
FCO to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from FCO to RUH is about 5 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,281 miles (3,671 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 37 return, totaling 82 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Athens Eleftherios Venizelos, Cairo and Tirana. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.