Dubai to Riyadh flights
Direct and connecting flights from Dubai International Airport (DXB) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Dubai to Riyadh take?
Flight time from Dubai (DXB) to Riyadh (RUH) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Dubai to Riyadh?
Airline availability for DXB to RUH changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Dubai to Riyadh?
Direct (nonstop) availability on DXB to RUH varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Saudi Arabian Airlines5-yr attributed events: 2Last 90 days: none recorded
- Fly Dubai5-yr attributed events: 4Last 90 days: none recorded
- Emirates5-yr attributed events: 6Last 90 days: none recorded
- Nas Air5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Saudi Arabian Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| Fly Dubai | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Emirates | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Nas Air | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning DXB → RUH
DXB to RUH is a short-haul route of 874 km (543 mi). See the return RUH → DXB route.
Alternative airports near Dubai: Sharjah (SHJ) — 17 km, Minhad AB (NHD) — 25 km, Dubai (DWC) — 45 km.
Alternative airports near Riyadh: Riyadh (XXN) — 28 km.