Cheap flights from Colombo to Riyadh
2,511 mi · 45m average nonstop
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Quick answer: Colombo to Riyadh at a glance
Cheap flights from Colombo (CMB) to Riyadh (RUH) cover 2,511 miles (4,040 km) in about 45m nonstop, with 3 airlines flying direct — a long-haul international route. Search Kayak for today's cheapest live fare. Route difficulty 5/10.
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Flying from Colombo to Riyadh covers 2,511 miles (4,040 km) in approximately 0 hour 45 minutes. 3 airlines offer direct flights on this long-haul international route. This is a long-haul international route requiring advance planning for connections and layovers.
Nonstop distance 2,511 miles. Direct carriers include MJ, SV and UL.
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Airlines on this route
3 airlines fly Colombo → Riyadh. All are direct routes.
| Airline | Route type |
|---|---|
| MJ | Direct |
| SV | Direct |
| UL | Direct |
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Colombo to Riyadh — quick answers
How far is Colombo from Riyadh by plane?
The nonstop flight distance from Colombo (CMB) to Riyadh (RUH) is 2,511 miles (4,040 km), calculated as a great-circle line from published OpenFlights airport coordinates. Actual flown distance is slightly longer due to airways and winds.
How long is the flight from Colombo to Riyadh?
The average nonstop flight time from CMB to RUH is 45 minutes. Gate-to-gate time is usually 20–35 minutes longer; connecting itineraries add 1–4 hours depending on the layover.
Which airlines fly from Colombo to Riyadh?
3 airlines serve this route nonstop: MJ, SV, UL. Schedules and amenities differ by carrier — compare live frequencies and fare classes on Kayak before you book.