Direct (nonstop) flights from Baku to Riyadh

2 airlines fly nonstop from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to King Khaled International (RUH). It's 1,086 miles (1,747 km), about 3h in the air. Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines, Flynas.

GYD
Heydar Aliyev International Airport
🇦🇿 Baku, Azerbaijan
RUH
King Khaled International
🇸🇦 Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,086 mi
1,747 km
CO₂/pax
183 kg
−43 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Azerbaijan Airlines +1
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Azerbaijan Airlines Azerbaijan Airlines Flynas Flynas

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Azerbaijan Airlines J2 Azerbaijan Airlines
Route
GYD → RUH
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,086 mi
Flynas XY Flynas
Route
GYD → RUH
Flight Time
3h
Distance
1,086 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Baku to Riyadh with one stop · direct emits 183 kg CO₂ per passenger

GYD KWI (Kuwait) RUH
Leg 1: 2h 25m (782 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (304 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 226 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → KWI
2h 25m · 782 mi
View GYD to KWI flights →
Leg 2
KWI → RUH
1h 20m · 304 mi
View KWI to RUH flights →
GYD DMM (Dammam) RUH
Leg 1: 2h 45m (964 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (219 mi) Total: ~3h 55m 🍃 228 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → DMM
2h 45m · 964 mi
View GYD to DMM flights →
Leg 2
DMM → RUH
1h 10m · 219 mi
View DMM to RUH flights →
GYD TBS (Tbilisi) RUH
Leg 1: 1h 10m (278 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,156 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 272 kg CO₂ (+49% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → TBS
1h 10m · 278 mi
View GYD to TBS flights →
Leg 2
TBS → RUH
3h 10m · 1,156 mi
View TBS to RUH flights →
GYD DOH (Doha) RUH
Leg 1: 2h 50m (1,051 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (308 mi) Total: ~4h 20m 🍃 260 kg CO₂ (+42% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → DOH
2h 50m · 1,051 mi
View GYD to DOH flights →
Leg 2
DOH → RUH
1h 30m · 308 mi
View DOH to RUH flights →
GYD BUS (Batumi) RUH
Leg 1: 1h 30m (448 mi) Leg 2: 3h 20m (1,184 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 308 kg CO₂ (+68% vs. direct)
Leg 1
GYD → BUS
1h 30m · 448 mi
View GYD to BUS flights →
Leg 2
BUS → RUH
3h 20m · 1,184 mi
View BUS to RUH flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Baku to Riyadh?

A nonstop flight from Baku (GYD) to Riyadh (RUH) takes approximately 3 hours. The distance is 1,086 miles (1,747 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Baku to Riyadh?

2 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, Flynas.

Is there a nonstop flight from Baku to Riyadh?

Yes. 2 airlines: Azerbaijan Airlines, Flynas.

How far is Baku from Riyadh?

The flight distance from Baku to Riyadh is 1,086 miles (1,747 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Miami.

What is the time difference between Baku and Riyadh?

Riyadh is 1 hour behind Baku. (Asia/Baku vs Asia/Riyadh.)

What type of aircraft flies from Baku to Riyadh?

At 3h, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Azerbaijan to Saudi Arabia?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Saudi Arabia embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Baku to Riyadh?

Roughly 183 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 915 km.

Is the return flight from Riyadh to Baku also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Baku to Riyadh?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Heydar Aliyev International Airport for this flight?

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.