Jeddah, Saudi Arabia → Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · ✈ 1h 33min · 🚗 13h 44min
456 nautical miles · Time difference: Same timezone · Direction: northeast
The distance from Jeddah to Riyadh is 845 km (525 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 1h 33min.
The straight-line distance from Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is approximately 845 kilometers (525 miles or 456 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 northeast of Jeddah. Jeddah is in Asia, in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia, while Riyadh is in Asia, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 845 km | ~1h 33min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,099 km | ~13h 44min | Feasible with breaks |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,014 km | ~8h 27min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Jeddah to Riyadh. For 845 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,099 km, fuel costs for driving from Jeddah to Riyadh are approximately $88–$165 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.
Jeddah sits at 21.4858°N, 39.1925°E, while Riyadh is located at 24.7136°N, 46.6753°E. The initial compass bearing from Jeddah to Riyadh is 63° (ENE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Jeddah heading roughly ENE. 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 3.23° and the longitude difference is 7.48°. 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 Jeddah and Riyadh is approximately 23.1438°N, 42.8889°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 423 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Jeddah and Riyadh share the same approximate time zone, so meetings, calls, and arrivals don't require any clock adjustment. This makes the route especially convenient for short business trips. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Jeddah is a major city in Saudi Arabia with a population of approximately 4,697,000. Located in the Makkah region, it is an important hub in Asia. Jeddah is a significant metropolitan area in Saudi Arabia with good domestic and international transport connections.
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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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845 km is a medium-distance route, similar to traveling across a mid-sized European country. A flight covers this distance quickly, but driving or rail travel remains feasible for those who prefer ground transport. For reference, New York to Chicago is about 1,150 km.
At 845 km, the Jeddah-Riyadh route is about 2.1% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 1h 33min.
Combined, Jeddah and Riyadh have a population of over 12,373,654 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Jeddah to Riyadh is approximately 845 kilometers (525 miles, 456 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 1h 33min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 13h 44min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Riyadh is approximately Same timezone compared to Jeddah.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,099 km, which is about 30% longer than the 845 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.