Hong Kong to Riyadh (HKG–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HKG–RUH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia and Cathay Pacific lead the route. The flight covers 4,214 miles in approximately 9h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 6 | 747, 77F | 9h14-9h30 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 0 | – | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riyadh from Hong Kong
| Metric | HKG→RUH | SZX→RUH | CAN→RUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HKG | – | 24 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 6 | 4 | 12 |
| Flight time | 9h 15m | 9h 20m | 8h 6m |
Travel Essentials
HKG: HKT · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong, it's 1:00 PM in Riyadh.
Hong Kong SAR passport holders can get a tourist visa on arrival at six designated entry points in Saudi Arabia. Single-entry allows up to 30 days. Multiple-entry allows up to 90 days. You can also apply for an eVisa online before travel through visa.visitsaudi.com. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.
Airport Express runs from Hong Kong Station (Central) to the airport in 24 minutes; from Kowloon, 21 minutes. Trains depart every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:15am (HK$115 from Central). Hong Kong Station and Kowloon Station offer in-town check-in up to one day before departure.Taxis from Kowloon run around HK$300–350 via the Tsing Ma Bridge; from Hong Kong Island, expect HK$400+. Ferries serve Macau and Pearl River Delta cities. Buses are available but slow. The airport is on Lantau Island, 34km from Central.
HKG–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HKG to RUH
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia and Cathay Pacific. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
HKG to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HKG to RUH is about 9 hours 15 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,214 miles (6,782 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 11 return, totaling 17 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Hamad, Zayed and Hazrat Shahjalal. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shenzhen (SZX) and Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).