Riyadh to Al Madīnah flights
Al Madīnah lies 700 km (435 mi) north of Riyadh, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 39 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Riyadh | Al Madīnah | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Iraq |
| Population | 4.2 million | 255,000 |
| Elevation | 612 m (2,008 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Baghdad) |
| Nearest large airport | RUH, 30 km out | BSR, 59 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Al Madīnah
Crossing from Saudi Arabia into Iraq: money changes from the Rial to the Dinar (IQD); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, Euro; the dialling code becomes +964; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648812.
Airports at each end
Leaving Riyadh
Riyadh is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is King Khalid International Airport (RUH), 30 km (19 mi) from the centre, whose 13,796-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Al Madīnah
Al Madīnah is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Basra International Airport (BSR), 59 km (37 mi) from the centre, whose 13,124-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basra International Airport | BSR | 59 km (37 mi) | 13,124 ft | 11 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Al Madīnah from Riyadh?
700 km (435 mi) in a straight line, north of Riyadh.
How long does it take to get from Riyadh to Al Madīnah by air?
About 1 h 39 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Riyadh and Al Madīnah?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Riyadh to Al Madīnah flights?
Typically King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Basra International Airport (BSR).
What currency do I need in Al Madīnah?
The Dinar (IQD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.