London to Riyadh (LHR–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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LHR–RUH is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic lead the route. The flight covers 3,070 miles in approximately 6h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 17 | 773 | 6h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| BA British Airways Also: IB | 14 | 777, 788 | 6h30-6h40 | – | Oneworld | IB |
| VS Virgin Atlantic | 7 | 777 | 6h40 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
LHR: BST · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in London, it's 8:00 PM in Riyadh.
British passport holders need an eVisa to enter Saudi Arabia. The eVisa costs SAR 535 (about $142) including insurance, is processed within minutes, and allows multiple entries for stays of up to 90 days per visit over a 1-year validity period with a maximum of 180 days total. Apply at visa.visitsaudi.com. The eVisa covers tourism, Umrah (outside Hajj season), and visiting family or friends.
Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least one blank page. The eVisa application requires a passport photo page scan, a digital photograph, and basic travel details. No hotel booking or flight proof is needed for the application itself. Hajj requires a separate visa through an authorized Hajj operator, with its own process and quotas.
Direct flights from London Heathrow to Riyadh (RUH) run about 6 hours 30 minutes, to Jeddah (JED) about 6 hours 15 minutes. Saudia and British Airways operate the routes. The Saudi riyal (SAR) is pegged at 3.75 SAR per $1. No vaccination requirements for UK arrivals on standard tourist visits. Meningitis ACWY vaccination is required for Umrah and Hajj pilgrims. Dress codes are relaxed compared to a decade ago but modest clothing covering shoulders and knees is expected in public spaces.
Heathrow Express runs from London Paddington to T5 and T2/T3 in 15–21 minutes (£37 single, cheaper booked online or via the Heathrow app). Elizabeth line (Crossrail) is a lower-cost alternative; Paddington to T5 in 34 minutes from £13.50 with an Oyster/contactless cap of £14.90. The Elizabeth line also serves central London stations including Bond Street, Farringdon, and Liverpool Street.London Underground Piccadilly line serves all terminals (T2/T3/T4/T5) from central London in 40–60 minutes (£6 with Oyster). Taxis (black cabs) from central London cost £55–90 depending on traffic. Coach services from Victoria Coach Station (National Express) cost from £10 booked in advance.
LHR–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from LHR to RUH
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia, British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. With 45 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
LHR to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from LHR to RUH is about 6 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,070 miles (4,940 km). There are approximately 45 weekly flights outbound and 46 return, totaling 91 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charles de Gaulle, İstanbul and Queen Alia. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.