Sharjah to Riyadh (SHJ–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SHJ–RUH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Arabia leads the route. The flight covers 552 miles in approximately 1h 46m. Beyond nonstop, 45 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G9 Air Arabia | 14 | 320, 32B | 1h46-2h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riyadh from Sharjah
| Metric | SHJ→RUH | DXB→RUH | AUH→RUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SHJ | – | 11 mi | 82 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 9 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 132 | 130 |
| Flight time | 1h 46m | 1h 51m | 1h 45m |
Travel Essentials
SHJ: +04 · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Sharjah, it's 5:00 PM in Riyadh.
UAE passport holders enter Saudi Arabia visa-free for up to 90 days. As GCC nationals, Emiratis enjoy freedom of movement across Gulf Cooperation Council states. A valid passport is the only requirement for entry.
SHJ–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SHJ to RUH
Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Air Arabia. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SHJ to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SHJ to RUH ranges from 1 hours 46 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 552 miles (888 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
45 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via AMD. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai (DXB) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).