Gujranwala to Rahim Yar Khan flights
Rahim Yar Khan lies 558 km (347 mi) south-west of Gujranwala, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 28 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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| Gujranwala | Rahim Yar Khan | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Pakistan | Pakistan |
| Population | 2.5 million | 517,000 |
| Elevation | 230 m (755 ft) | 85 m (279 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) | UTC+5 (Asia/Karachi) |
| Nearest large airport | SKT, 45 km out | RYK, 5 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Gujranwala
Gujranwala is served by 4 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Sialkot International Airport (SKT), 45 km (28 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Allama Iqbal International Airport (LHE, 73 km), Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport (ATQ, 76 km), Jammu Airport (IXJ, 85 km).
Arriving in Rahim Yar Khan
Rahim Yar Khan is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK), 5 km (3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shaikh Zaid Airport (regional) | RYK | 5 km (3 mi) | 9,842 ft | 271 ft |
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Staying in Rahim Yar Khan
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Rahim Yar Khan. Of the 6 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (6).
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Common questions
How far is Rahim Yar Khan from Gujranwala?
558 km (347 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Gujranwala.
How long does it take to get from Gujranwala to Rahim Yar Khan by air?
About 1 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gujranwala and Rahim Yar Khan?
No, both are on Asia/Karachi at the moment.
Which airports are used for Gujranwala to Rahim Yar Khan flights?
Typically Sialkot International Airport (SKT) to Shaikh Zaid Airport (RYK).
Where can I stay in Rahim Yar Khan?
Our booking partner lists 6 places to stay in Rahim Yar Khan, 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.