Vienna to Riyadh (VIE–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
✈ Nonstop
SV152
SV Saudia
320
4:20 PM
CEST T1
10:55 PM
+03
5h 35m
M T W T F S S
Prices
SV153
SV Saudia
320
10:25 AM
+03 T2
3:10 PM
CEST
5h 45m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Vienna to Riyadh
1 carrier, 6 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 6 Flights/wk 2,287 mi 5h 35m nonstop +1h ahead 30 1-stop hubs

VIE–RUH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Saudia leads the route. The flight covers 2,287 miles in approximately 5h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 30 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop VIE–RUH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
SV Saudia 6 320 5h35 SkyTeam
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – SV
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: SV (6 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, VIE to RUH direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
0
flights
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
6
Outbound / wk
6
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VIE to RUH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
30
Hubs
~13h
Fastest
~38h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
2,274
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.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+1h
Riyadh is 1 hour ahead of Vienna.
VIE: CEST · RUH: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Vienna, it's 7:00 PM in Riyadh.
Distance & Flight Time
2,287 mi / 3,681 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 35m.
Visa & Entry

Austrian passport holders need an eVisa to enter Saudi Arabia. Apply through the official portal at visa.visitsaudi.com. The eVisa costs around USD 140 (including mandatory health insurance), is valid for one year with multiple entries, and allows stays of up to 90 days per visit. Processing is usually instant. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

Getting to VIE

The City Airport Train (CAT) runs non-stop between Wien Mitte station and VIE in 16 minutes (€14.90 one-way, €24.90 return). The S7 commuter rail covers the same route with stops in 30–35 minutes for €4.20.Taxis are metered but expensive; expect €35–45 from the city center. Uber and ride-shares cost €25–35. Parking at VIE runs €8–14/day in the remote lot with shuttle.

VIE–RUH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vienna to Riyadh route.
Route details
Distance2,287 mi / 3,681 km
Flight time5h 35m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights6 out / 6 return
1-stop connections30 hubs
Origin: VIE
IATA / ICAOVIE / LOWW
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Passengers/yr31.7M
Elevation600 ft / 183 m
Destination: RUH
IATA / ICAORUH / OERK
TimezoneAsia/Riyadh
Passengers/yr37.6M
Elevation2,049 ft / 625 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about VIE to RUH flights.
Nonstop flights from Vienna International Airport to King Khalid International Airport take approximately 5h 35m. The route covers 2,287 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Saudia.
There are approximately 6 nonstop flights per week from VIE to RUH. The return direction has about 6 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BOM, BLR, ZRH, AMS, IST, ATH, SHJ, TBS, DOH, AMM, LHR, GYD, CDG, DXB, AUH, FRA, FCO, SAW, ORD, JED, DEL, CAI, BKK, SZX, IAD, GVA, PEK, ADD, PVG and JFK. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Riyadh is 1 hour ahead of Vienna.
Yes, return flights from RUH to VIE 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.

Flights from VIE to RUH

Vienna International Airport (VIE) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia. With 6 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

VIE to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from VIE to RUH ranges from 5 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,287 miles (3,681 km). There are approximately 6 weekly flights outbound and 6 return, totaling 12 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

30 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via BOM. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.