Private Jet Charter

Private Jet : Riyad ➔ Abu Dhabi

Tailor-made charter service. A senior broker reviews your request within 30 minutes.

Estimated distance

~780 km

Average flight time

~0h 57m

Recommended aircraft

Light Jet (Citation CJ3, Phenom 300)

Whether for an urgent business trip or an exclusive leisure flight, our brokers organise your journey between Riyad and Abu Dhabi 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

Riyad → Abu Dhabi: 786 km, 1h18 block time, departing Riyad King Khalid (OERK) and arriving Al Bateen Executive (OMAD). The constraint here is rarely range but slot and parking availability at Al Bateen Executive (3200 m runway). Onward helicopter transfer available to Saadiyat / Yas Island.

Departure and arrival airports

Riyad King Khalid (OERK)

Riyad King Khalid (OERK / RUH) is a major business field at 24.96°N / 46.70°E, Saudi Arabia. Runway: 4205 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Business-aviation handling: Saudia Private Aviation. Helicopter link: Centre Riyad.

Al Bateen Executive (OMAD)

On the arrival side, Al Bateen Executive (OMAD) serves Abu Dhabi from 24.43°N / 54.46°E. The general-aviation terminal is run by Royal Jet FBO; 3200 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation. Helicopter onward leg to Saadiyat / Yas Island.

Route data

Great-circle distance: 786 km · 424 NM
Estimated block time: 1h18
Recommended aircraft: Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet)
Departure FBO: Saudia Private Aviation — Riyad King Khalid (OERK / RUH)
Arrival FBO: Royal Jet FBO — Al Bateen Executive (OMAD / AZI)
Departure runway: 4205 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Arrival runway: 3200 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation
Onward helicopter: Saadiyat / Yas Island

Seasonality & slots

Year-round operations; watch the wet season for afternoon convective delays and alternate fuel planning.

Customs & formalities

International sector Arabie Saoudite → Émirats Arabes Unis: GENDEC, APIS and customs pre-notification filed by our operations desk; passports required, visas checked at booking.

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Riyad to Abu Dhabi?

About 1h18 block time on a Citation XLS+, for 786 km great-circle between OERK and OMAD.

Which aircraft suits Riyad → Abu Dhabi?

A Citation XLS+ (Midsize Jet) is the natural fit. Runway at arrival: 3200 m — ultra-long-range and freighter operations, no runway limitation.

How fast can we depart from Riyad King Khalid?

Wheels-up is typically possible within 2 to 4 hours subject to slot and crew duty, from Saudia Private Aviation.

What about customs and formalities?