Riyadh to Doha
1h 02m The flight from King Khalid International Airport (RUH) to Hamad International Airport (DOH) covers 495 km (308 miles) and takes approximately 1h 02m gate to gate for a typical jet.
The route heads east on an initial great-circle bearing of 85°, passing near 25.1° N, 49.2° E at its midpoint.
The route
The great-circle path — the shortest line between the two airports across the curve of the earth. On a flat map it looks bent; on a globe it is straight.
Flight time at different cruise speeds
Aircraft type, winds and routing all move the real number. This is the same distance flown at different speeds, plus the 25-minute ground and climb allowance.
| Typical of | Cruise speed | Airborne | Gate to gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop / regional | 550 km/h | 54m | 1h 19m |
| Narrowbody jet (A320, 737) | 780 km/h | 38m | 1h 03m |
| Widebody jet (777, 787, A350) | 900 km/h | 33m | 58m |
| Private jet (Gulfstream) | 850 km/h | 35m | 1h 00m |
Headwinds on an eastbound long-haul routinely add 30–60 minutes; the same route westbound can be quicker. Airlines publish schedules with padding built in.
Both airports
| RUH | DOH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport | King Khalid International Airport | Hamad International Airport |
| City | Riyadh | Doha |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Qatar |
| ICAO | OERK | OTHH |
| Coordinates | 24.9576, 46.6988 | 25.2731, 51.6081 |
| Elevation | 2,049 ft | 13 ft |
Questions
How long is the flight from Riyadh to Doha?
A non-stop flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Doha (DOH) takes about 1h 02m. The great-circle distance is 495 km (308 miles, 268 nautical miles), flying east on an initial bearing of 85°.
How far is Riyadh from Doha?
495 kilometres in a straight line over the earth's surface — 308 miles or 268 nautical miles. Actual flown distance is usually 2–5% longer because aircraft follow airways, avoid weather and route around restricted airspace.
Is there a non-stop flight between RUH and DOH?
This page calculates the direct-line time and distance; it does not track airline schedules. At 495 km the route is comfortably within range of a non-stop service if an airline chooses to fly it. Check an airline or booking site for what is actually scheduled.
Airport coordinates from OurAirports (public domain). Distance is a great-circle calculation; flight time uses the model described on the method page. Flight times are great-circle estimates for planning only — always check the airline's published schedule.