Rafha to Riyadh (RAH–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Rafha to Riyadh
1 carrier, 13 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines
13 Flights/wk
378 mi
1h 25m nonstop
1 1-stop hubs
RAH–RUH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Saudia leads the route. The flight covers 378 miles in approximately 1h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1 hub offers 1-stop connections.
Carriers on this route
Airline Landscape
All carriers operating nonstop RAH–RUH service, compared side by side.
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia Also: KL | 7 | 320 | 1h25 | – | SkyTeam | KL |
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: SV (7 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, RAH to RUH direction.
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2
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2
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2
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Afternoon/evening departures
2
Nonstop flights
13
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Connections
Connection Landscape
Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RAH to RUH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~15h
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~15h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
72
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.
Alternatives
Other ways to reach Riyadh from Rafha
Nearby airports with service to King Khalid International Airport.
| Metric | RAH→RUH | RAE→RUH | AQI→RUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from RAH | – | 166 mi | 183 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 13 | 42 | 24 |
| Flight time | 1h 25m | 1h 35m | 1h 5m |
Airports within 200 miles of RAH with service to King Khalid International Airport.
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Travel Essentials
Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
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RAH: +03 · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Rafha, it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh.
RAH: +03 · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Rafha, it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh.
Distance & Flight Time
378 mi / 608 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 1h 25m.
Facts
RAH–RUH Quick Facts
Key statistics for the Rafha to Riyadh route.
Route details
Distance378 mi / 608 km
Flight time1h 25m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights13 out / 13 return
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: RAH
Full nameRafha Domestic Airport
IATA / ICAORAH / OERF
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Elevation1,474 ft / 449 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 RAH to RUH flights.
Nonstop flights from Rafha Domestic Airport to King Khalid International Airport take approximately 1h 25m. The route covers 378 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Saudia. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
There are approximately 13 nonstop flights per week from RAH to RUH. The return direction has about 13 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JED. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from RUH to RAH are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.
Block time is about 1 hour 30 minutes on the 680 km sector. The flight routes south-southwest across the Nafud desert. Rafha sits near the northern border of Saudi Arabia, so this is one of the longer domestic sectors within the kingdom.
Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines) and flynas operate domestic routes from Rafha. Frequency is limited, often a few flights per week rather than daily service. Aircraft are typically A320 family or similar narrowbodies. Schedules can shift seasonally, so check departure days close to your travel date.
Rafha Domestic Airport is a small regional facility serving the town and the surrounding northern border region. The terminal is basic with limited amenities. There are no jet bridges. Processing times are fast given the low passenger volume. The airport sits a few kilometres from the town centre.
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is about 35 km north of central Riyadh. Taxis take 30 to 45 minutes and cost SAR 80 to 120. Uber and Careem operate at the airport. The Riyadh Metro Line 6 will eventually connect the airport to the city, but car-based transport is the current standard.
The drive from Rafha to Riyadh is about 700 km and takes 6 to 7 hours via Route 65 south through Hail. SAPTCO operates intercity bus services on this corridor. The flight saves significant time, especially given the long desert highway stretches. There is no rail service to Rafha.
Rafha to Riyadh
RAH-RUH covers 680 km across Saudi Arabia's northern desert in about 1 hour 30 minutes. Saudia and flynas serve the route, though frequency is limited to a few weekly departures. Rafha is a small town near the Iraqi border, and air service provides the fastest link to the capital. The drive takes 6 to 7 hours on desert highways via Hail.
Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport sits 35 km north of the city and handles connections to the full Saudi domestic network plus international destinations across the Middle East, Asia, and Europe. For passengers from the northern border region, this route is the primary air link to the rest of the country. Rafha Airport is a compact domestic terminal with quick processing.