Riyadh to Aleppo (RUH–ALP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
RUH–ALP is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. flynas leads the route. The flight covers 957 miles in approximately 2h 28m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XY flynas | 2 | 32N | 2h30 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
RUH: +03 · ALP: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh, it's 6:00 PM in Aleppo.
Saudi passport holders need a visa to enter Syria. Apply at the Syrian Embassy in Riyadh or the consulate in Jeddah. The tourist visa costs about SAR 200 (roughly $53) and takes 1 to 3 weeks to process. You need a passport valid for at least 6 months with two blank pages, a completed application form, two passport photos, proof of accommodation, and a return ticket. A letter of invitation from a Syrian contact or tour operator can speed up the process.
Syria also issues visas on arrival at Damascus International Airport (DAM) for some nationalities, but availability for Saudi citizens varies. Confirm with the Syrian embassy before traveling. Single-entry tourist visas are valid for 15 days and can be extended at the Immigration and Passports Department in Damascus for up to 3 months. Multiple-entry visas are available for business travelers.
Direct flights from Riyadh and Jeddah to Damascus run about 2 hours 30 minutes on carriers routing through the region. Connections through Beirut (MEA, about 45 minutes to Damascus by road) or Amman (Royal Jordanian) are common alternatives. Syria uses the Syrian pound (SYP). The exchange rate fluctuates significantly, so check rates on arrival. Cash is essential as international card networks have limited functionality. No mandatory vaccinations. Damascus is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on earth, and the Old City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with the Umayyad Mosque at its center.
RUH–ALP Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RUH to ALP
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and Aleppo International Airport (ALP) are connected by nonstop service from flynas. With 3 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
RUH to ALP Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RUH to ALP is about 2 hours 28 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 957 miles (1,541 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via King Abdulaziz, Queen Alia and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.