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Flight time from Cairo to Riyadh

Estimated duration, distance and time difference for the CAI → RUH route.

How long is the flight from Cairo to Riyadh?

The direct flight from Cairo to Riyadh takes about 2h 24m, covering roughly 1,612 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

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Flight duration
2h 24m
Distance
1,612 km
Time difference
No difference
Cairo
CAI
UTC+3
2h 24m
Riyadh
RUH
UTC+3

If you depart at…

Departure (Cairo)Arrival (Riyadh)
6:00 AM8:24 AM
9:00 AM11:24 AM
12:00 PM2:24 PM
3:00 PM5:24 PM
6:00 PM8:24 PM
9:00 PM11:24 PM

Note

The estimated duration is a mathematical calculation for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed of 850 km/h and is outside our control. Actual flight time varies with the airline, the routing, weather and the jet stream. Check with the airline for the exact duration.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Cairo to Riyadh?
The direct flight from Cairo to Riyadh takes about 2h 24m over a distance of roughly 1,612 km. This is an estimate for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed; itineraries with a connection take longer depending on the layover.
What is the distance between Cairo and Riyadh?
The approximate straight-line distance between Cairo and Riyadh is about 1,612 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between Cairo and Riyadh?
Cairo and Riyadh are in the same time zone. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.