Saudi Arabia · International airport
King Khalid International Airport (RUH)
King Khalid International Airport is an international airport serving Riyadh (Riyadh Region), Saudi Arabia. Its IATA code is RUH and its ICAO code is OERK. It has 2 runways, the longest 4,205 m long.
- IATARUH
- ICAOOERK
- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- RUH
- ICAO code
- OERK
- City
- Riyadh
- Region / province
- Riyadh Region
- Country / territory
- Saudi Arabia
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 24.9576° N, 46.6988° E
- Elevation
- 625 m (2,049 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Riyadh (UTC+03:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 2
- Longest runway
- 4,205 m (13,796 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 15L/33R | 4,205 m13,796 ft | Asphalt |
| 15R/33L | 4,205 m13,796 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
6,431 km
Direct flight: ≈ 8 h 30 min
Hanoi (HAN)
6,014 km
Direct flight: ≈ 8 h
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
6,486 km
Direct flight: ≈ 8 h 35 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 120.000 MHz |
| ATIS | 127.150 MHz |
| CTRL | 126.000 MHz |
| Ground GND | 121.600 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.600 MHz |
Air freight to and from King Khalid International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Riyadh through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Saudi Arabia
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Al-Ahsa International Airport | HOF | 283 km |
| Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz International Airport | ELQ | 329 km |
| King Fahd International Airport | DMM | 353 km |
| Qaisumah–Hafar Al-Batin International Airport | AQI | 380 km |
| Hail International Airport | HAS | 571 km |
| Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport | MED | 708 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of King Khalid International Airport?
The IATA code of King Khalid International Airport is RUH and its ICAO code is OERK. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is King Khalid International Airport located?
King Khalid International Airport is in Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia, at coordinates 24.9576° N, 46.6988° E and an elevation of 625 m (2,049 ft).
How far is King Khalid International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from King Khalid International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 6,486 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 6,014 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 6,431 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 8 h 35 min.
How long is the runway at King Khalid International Airport?
The longest runway at King Khalid International Airport is 4,205 m (13,796 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has 2 runways in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from King Khalid International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and King Khalid International Airport (RUH) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.