Makkah to Qurayyat flights
Qurayyat lies 1,129 km (701 mi) north of Makkah, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 12 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.
| Makkah | Qurayyat | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia |
| Population | 1.6 million | 102,903 |
| Elevation | 333 m (1,093 ft) | 498 m (1,634 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) | UTC+3 (Asia/Riyadh) |
| Nearest large airport | TIF, 75 km out | URY, 11 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Makkah
Makkah is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Taif International Airport (TIF), 75 km (47 mi) from the centre, whose 12,254-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED, 75 km).
Arriving in Qurayyat
Qurayyat is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Gurayat Domestic Airport (URY), 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gurayat Domestic Airport (regional) | URY | 11 km (7 mi) | 10,007 ft | 1,672 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Qurayyat from Makkah?
1,129 km (701 mi) in a straight line, north of Makkah.
How long does it take to get from Makkah to Qurayyat by air?
About 2 h 12 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Makkah and Qurayyat?
No, both are on Asia/Riyadh at the moment.
Which airports are used for Makkah to Qurayyat flights?
Typically Taif International Airport (TIF) to Gurayat Domestic Airport (URY).
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.