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

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SV Saudia
320
3:30 PM
CET T1
10:55 PM
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SV Saudia
320
10:10 AM
+03 T2
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Vienna to Riyadh
1 carrier, 5 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 5 Flights/wk 2,287 mi 5h 25m nonstop +2h ahead 28 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 25m. Beyond nonstop, 28 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop VIE–RUH service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
SV Saudia 5 320 5h25 – SkyTeam –
Aircraft on this route
320 Airbus A320 – SV
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: SV (5 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, VIE to RUH direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
0
flights
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
5
Outbound / wk
5
Return / wk
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for VIE to RUH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
28
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~41h
Longest
JED ~8h 15m SAW ~13h 30m ATH ~13h 35m BOM ~13h 40m IST ~13h 53m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,904
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Riyadh is 2 hours ahead of Vienna.
VIE: CET · RUH: +03

When it's 6:00 PM in Vienna, it's 8:00 PM in Riyadh.
Distance & Flight Time
2,287 mi / 3,681 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 25m.
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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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.

Facts

VIE–RUH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Vienna to Riyadh route.
Route details
Distance2,287 mi / 3,681 km
Flight time5h 25m
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights5 out / 5 return
1-stop connections28 hubs
Origin: VIE
Full nameVienna International Airport
IATA / ICAOVIE / LOWW
TimezoneEurope/Vienna
Passengers/yr31.7M
Elevation600 ft / 183 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 VIE to RUH flights.
Nonstop flights from Vienna International Airport to King Khalid International Airport take approximately 5h 25m. The route covers 2,287 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Saudia.
There are approximately 5 nonstop flights per week from VIE to RUH. The return direction has about 5 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through JED, SAW, ATH, BOM, IST, ZRH, AMM, BLR, CDG, CAI, DOH, FRA, GVA, LHR, FCO, DXB, SHJ, DEL, AUH, BKK, ORD, AMS, IAD, SZX, PEK, ADD, JFK and PVG. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Riyadh is 2 hours 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 5 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 25 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,287 miles (3,681 km). There are approximately 5 weekly flights outbound and 5 return, totaling 10 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via JED. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.