Riyadh to Asmara flights
Asmara lies 1,320 km (820 mi) south-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 2 h 27 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 | Asmara | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Eritrea |
| Population | 4.2 million | 563,930 |
| Elevation | 612 m (2,008 ft) | 2,334 m (7,657 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Africa/Asmara) |
| Nearest large airport | RUH, 30 km out | ASM, 6 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Asmara
Crossing from Saudi Arabia into Eritrea: money changes from the Rial to the Nakfa (ERN); sockets are Euro, Type L; the dialling code becomes +291; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648807.
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 Asmara
Asmara is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Asmara International Airport (ASM), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,842 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asmara International Airport (regional) | ASM | 6 km (4 mi) | 9,842 ft | 7,661 ft |
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Staying in Asmara
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Asmara. Of the 3 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (2), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 39 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Asmara from Riyadh?
1,320 km (820 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Riyadh.
How long does it take to get from Riyadh to Asmara by air?
About 2 h 27 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 Asmara?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Riyadh to Asmara flights?
Typically King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Asmara International Airport (ASM).
What currency do I need in Asmara?
The Nakfa (ERN).
Where can I stay in Asmara?
Our booking partner lists 3 places to stay in Asmara, bookable on this site.
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.