Sharm El Sheikh to Riyadh (SSH–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SSH–RUH is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Saudia and flynas lead the route. The flight covers 789 miles in approximately 3h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 15 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 7 | 320 | 3h20 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| XY flynas | 3 | 32N | 3h15 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riyadh from Sharm El Sheikh
| Metric | SSH→RUH | NUM→RUH | TUU→RUH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SSH | – | 55 mi | 139 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 10 | 6 | 95 |
| Flight time | 3h 15m | 2h 10m | 1h 50m |
Travel Essentials
SSH: EEST · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Sharm El Sheikh, it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh.
Egyptian passport holders require a visa to enter Saudi Arabia. Egypt is not directly eligible for the Saudi tourist eVisa. However, Egyptians who hold a valid residence permit or visa from the US, UK, or a Schengen country can apply for the eVisa online. All other Egyptian nationals must apply through a Saudi embassy, consulate, or authorized visa center. Tourist visas allow stays of up to 90 days per visit.
SSH–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SSH to RUH
Sharm El Sheikh International Airport (SSH) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia and flynas. With 10 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
SSH to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SSH to RUH ranges from 3 hours 15 minutes to 3 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 789 miles (1,269 km). There are approximately 10 weekly flights outbound and 10 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
15 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sharma (NUM) and Tabuk (TUU).