Riyadh, Saudi Arabia → Amman, Jordan · ✈ 2h 9min · 🚗 21h 30min
714 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Riyadh to Amman 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 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Amman, Jordan 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.
Amman is located northwest of Riyadh. Riyadh is in Asia, in the Riyadh region of Saudi Arabia, while Amman is in Asia, in Amman, Jordan. 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 Riyadh to Amman. 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 Riyadh to Amman 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.
Riyadh sits at 24.7136°N, 46.6753°E, while Amman is located at 31.9454°N, 35.9284°E. The initial compass bearing from Riyadh to Amman is 310° (NW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Riyadh heading roughly NW. 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 Riyadh and Amman 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.
Amman is roughly 1 hour behind Riyadh. When it is 09:00 in Riyadh, it is approximately 08:00 in Amman. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Riyadh is a major city in Saudi Arabia with a population of approximately 7,676,654. Located in the Riyadh region, it is an important hub in Asia. As one of the largest cities in Saudi Arabia, Riyadh is a major international gateway with extensive air connections and multiple airports.
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Amman is a notable city in Jordan with a population of approximately 4,007,526. Situated in the Amman region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Amman offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Jordan.
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 Riyadh-Amman route is about 3.3% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 9min.
Combined, Riyadh and Amman have a population of over 11,684,180 people, making this a major urban corridor.
The straight-line distance from Riyadh to Amman 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.
Amman is approximately -1h behind compared to Riyadh.
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.