Zurich to Riyadh (ZRH–RUH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
ZRH–RUH is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Saudia leads the route. The flight covers 2,594 miles in approximately 6h 18m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SV Saudia | 4 | 320 | 6h18 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Riyadh from Zurich
| Metric | ZRH→RUH | MXP→RUH |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from ZRH | – | 127 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 4 | 17 |
| Flight time | 6h 18m | 5h 50m |
Travel Essentials
ZRH: CEST · RUH: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Zurich, it's 7:00 PM in Riyadh.
Swiss passport holders can apply for a tourist eVisa through visa.visitsaudi.com. The eVisa costs SAR 535 (about CHF 130) including insurance, is valid for 1 year, and allows multiple entries with stays up to 90 days per visit. Maximum total stay is 180 days per year. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
The eVisa typically processes within minutes. Visa on arrival is also available at Saudi airports for Swiss nationals. Women can travel independently. Dress codes are relaxed in tourist areas but modest clothing is expected in public. Alcohol is prohibited throughout the country.
Direct SBB (Swiss Federal Railways) trains run from Zurich HB (main station) to the airport station in 10 minutes, departing every 10–15 minutes for CHF 6.80 with a standard zone 1–2 ticket. From other Swiss cities, intercity trains call at Zurich Airport station directly; Basel (65 min), Bern (90 min), Geneva (2h45) all have direct connections. The airport station is integrated beneath the terminal.Taxis from Zurich city centre cost CHF 55–75 and take 15–25 minutes via the A1 motorway. Driving is practical; the terminal has a large multi-storey car park (P1/P2/P3) with short- and long-term rates. Rental cars are on-site.
ZRH–RUH Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from ZRH to RUH
Zürich Airport (ZRH) and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) are connected by nonstop service from Saudia. With 4 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
ZRH to RUH Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from ZRH to RUH is about 6 hours 18 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,594 miles (4,174 km). There are approximately 4 weekly flights outbound and 4 return, totaling 8 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen, Milan Malpensa and Milas Bodrum. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Ferno (VA) (MXP).