Riyadh to Arar flights
Arar lies 895 km (556 mi) north-west 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 54 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.
| Riyadh | Arar | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 4.2 million | 148,540 |
| Elevation | 612 m (2,008 ft) | 555 m (1,821 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
| Nearest large airport | RUH, 30 km out | RAE, 12 km out |
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 Arar
Arar is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Arar Domestic Airport (RAE), 12 km (7 mi) from the centre, whose 10,007-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arar Domestic Airport (regional) | RAE | 12 km (7 mi) | 10,007 ft | 1,813 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Arar from Riyadh?
895 km (556 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Riyadh.
How long does it take to get from Riyadh to Arar by air?
About 1 h 54 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 Arar?
No, both are on Asia/Riyadh at the moment.
Which airports are used for Riyadh to Arar flights?
Typically King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Arar Domestic Airport (RAE).
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.