Riyadh to Ta’if flights
Ta’if lies 749 km (465 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 1 h 43 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 | Ta’if | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 4.2 million | 688,693 |
| Elevation | 612 m (2,008 ft) | 1,672 m (5,486 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
| Nearest large airport | RUH, 30 km out | TIF, 27 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 Ta’if
Ta’if is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Taif International Airport (TIF), 27 km (17 mi) from the centre, whose 12,254-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Taif International Airport | TIF | 27 km (17 mi) | 12,254 ft | 4,848 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Ta’if from Riyadh?
749 km (465 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Riyadh.
How long does it take to get from Riyadh to Ta’if by air?
About 1 h 43 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 Ta’if?
No, both are on Asia/Riyadh at the moment.
Which airports are used for Riyadh to Ta’if flights?
Typically King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Taif International Airport (TIF).
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.