Private Jet Charter
Private Jet : Djeddah ➔ Riyad
Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.
Estimated distance
~850 km
Average flight time
~1h 02m
Recommended aircraft
Midsize Jet (Citation XLS, Hawker 900XP)
Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Djeddah and Riyad aboard latest-generation aircraft. Discreet handling, dedicated cabin crew, FBO access at departure and arrival, ground transfers and on-board catering tailored to your wishes — every detail is curated by a Redwood senior broker.
Operational context
Sector OEJN – OERK is 852 km of direct routing, flown in 1h23 on a Citation XLS+. Boarding at Saudia Private Aviation Jeddah, private-lounge processing and direct taxi to the holding point. Onward helicopter transfer available to Centre Riyad.
Departure and arrival airports
King Abdulaziz International (OEJN)
On the departure side, King Abdulaziz International (OEJN) serves Djeddah from 21.68°N / 39.16°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Saudia Private Aviation Jeddah; 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to La Mecque / Corniche.
Riyad King Khalid (OERK)
On the arrival side, Riyad King Khalid (OERK) serves Riyad from 24.96°N / 46.70°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Saudia Private Aviation; 4205 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Centre Riyad.
Route data
- Great-circle distance
- 852 km · 460 NM
- Estimated block time
- 1h23
- Recommended aircraft
- Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
- Departure FBO
- Saudia Private Aviation Jeddah — King Abdulaziz International (OEJN / JED)
- Arrival FBO
- Saudia Private Aviation — Riyad King Khalid (OERK / RUH)
- Departure runway
- 3800 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Arrival runway
- 4205 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
- Onward helicopter
- Centre Riyad
Seasonality & slots
Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.
Customs & formalities
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Djeddah to Riyad?
About 1h23 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 852 km great-circle between OEJN and OERK.
Which aircraft suits Djeddah → Riyad?
A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 4205 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.
How fast can we depart from King Abdulaziz International?
Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Saudia Private Aviation Jeddah.
What about customs and formalities?
Domestic sector: no customs, boarding possible up to 15 minutes before departure.