Geneva to Riyadh (GVA–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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SV Saudia
320
3:00 PM
CET T1
10:55 PM
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5h 55m
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SV Saudia
320
9:15 AM
+03 T2
1:35 PM
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Geneva to Riyadh
1 carrier, 3 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 3 Flights/wk 2,671 mi 5h 55m nonstop +2h ahead 23 1-stop hubs

GVA–RUH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Saudia leads the route. The flight covers 2,671 miles in approximately 5h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 23 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop GVA–RUH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
SV Saudia 3 320 5h55 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – SV
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: SV (3 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Schedule

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, GVA to RUH direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
0
flights
Sun
0
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
3
Outbound / wk
3
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for GVA to RUH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
23
Hubs
~10h
Fastest
~37h
Longest
CMN ~10h 59m SAW ~11h 35m ZRH ~13h 15m AMS ~14h 35m CAI ~17h 0m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,490
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Riyadh is 2 hours ahead of Geneva.
GVA: CET · RUH: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Geneva, it's 8:00 PM in Riyadh.
Distance & Flight Time
2,671 mi / 4,298 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 55m.
Visa & Entry

Swiss passport holders can apply for a tourist eVisa through visa.visitsaudi.com. The eVisa costs SAR 535 (about CHF 130) including insurance, is valid for 1 year, and allows multiple entries with stays up to 90 days per visit. Maximum total stay is 180 days per year. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.

The eVisa typically processes within minutes. Visa on arrival is also available at Saudi airports for Swiss nationals. Women can travel independently. Dress codes are relaxed in tourist areas but modest clothing is expected in public. Alcohol is prohibited throughout the country.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

GVA–RUH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Geneva to Riyadh route.
Route details
Distance2,671 mi / 4,298 km
Flight time5h 55m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections23 hubs
Origin: GVA
Full nameGeneva Cointrin International Airport
IATA / ICAOGVA / LSGG
TimezoneEurope/Zurich
Passengers/yr18.0M
Elevation1,411 ft / 430 m
Destination: RUH
Full nameKing Khalid International Airport
IATA / ICAORUH / OERK
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Passengers/yr37.6M
Elevation2,049 ft / 625 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about GVA to RUH flights.
Nonstop flights from Geneva Cointrin International Airport to King Khalid International Airport take approximately 5h 55m. The route covers 2,671 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Saudia.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from GVA to RUH. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CMN, SAW, ZRH, AMS, CAI, DOH, IST, ATH, VIE, CDG, FCO, AUH, FRA, AMM, BEY, JED, DXB, LHR, IAD, PVG, PEK, ADD and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Riyadh is 2 hours ahead of Geneva.
Yes, return flights from RUH to GVA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from GVA to RUH

Geneva Cointrin International Airport (GVA) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

GVA to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from GVA to RUH ranges from 5 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,671 miles (4,298 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

23 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 10 hours via CMN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.