Amman, Jordan → Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · ✈ 2h 9min · 🚗 21h 30min
714 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from Amman to Riyadh is 1,323 km (822 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 9min.
The straight-line distance from Amman, Jordan to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is approximately 1,323 kilometers (822 miles or 714 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Riyadh is located southeast of Amman. Amman is in Asia, in the Amman region of Jordan, while Riyadh is in Asia, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,323 km | ~2h 9min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,720 km | ~21h 30min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,588 km | ~13h 14min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Amman to Riyadh. For 1,323 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,720 km, fuel costs for driving from Amman to Riyadh are approximately $138–$258 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Amman sits at 31.9454°N, 35.9284°E, while Riyadh is located at 24.7136°N, 46.6753°E. The initial compass bearing from Amman to Riyadh is 125° (SE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Amman heading roughly SE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 7.23° and the longitude difference is 10.75°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Amman and Riyadh is approximately 28.4349°N, 41.4855°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 662 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Riyadh is roughly 1 hour ahead of Amman. When it is 09:00 in Amman, it is approximately 10:00 in Riyadh. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Amman is a major city in Jordan with a population of approximately 4,007,526. Located in the Amman region, it is an important hub in Asia. Amman is a significant metropolitan area in Jordan with good domestic and international transport connections.
Riyadh is a notable city in Saudi Arabia with a population of approximately 7,676,654. Situated in the Riyadh region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Riyadh is one of Saudi Arabia's largest cities, offering major airport hubs, extensive public transport, and a wide range of accommodation options.
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1,323 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,323 km, the Amman-Riyadh route is about 3.3% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 9min.
Combined, Amman and Riyadh have a population of over 11,684,180 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Amman to Riyadh is approximately 1,323 kilometers (822 miles, 714 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 9min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 21h 30min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Riyadh is approximately +1h ahead compared to Amman.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,720 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,323 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.