Private charter between Riyadh and Sanaa starts at US$12,000 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Riyadh (RUH) to Sanaa (SAH) and Sanaa to Riyadh — timed and priced alike.
The straight-line distance between Riyadh and Sanaa is about 1,085 km (674 miles), or 586 nautical miles.
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Chartering a private jet from Riyadh to Sanaa (and Sanaa to Riyadh) ranges from US$12,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$35,500 for a midsize jet such as the Cessna Citation XLS+. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
A stand-up cabin and more baggage room for medium-haul comfort. It seats 7-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 45m | 1h 35m – 1h 56m | US$25,500 | 7-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 45m | US$25,500 – US$35,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 44m | US$28,000 – US$39,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 41m | US$30,500 – US$42,500 | 8-10 |
Outbound and return are priced alike on identical aircraft; expect roughly ±10% variation in time by wind.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
What determines the price between Riyadh and Sanaa? Primarily: flight distance and typical jet-stream winds, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and the handling and parking fees charged at each airport. We confirm everything against real-time aircraft availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: King Khalid International Airport and Thumamah Airport.
Sanaa, Yemen: Sanaa International Airport.
| King Khalid International Airport | Sanaa International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | OERK / RUH | OYSN / SAH |
| Longest hard runway | 13,796 ft | 10,669 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 2,049 ft | 7,216 ft |
Sanaa International Airport is at 7,216 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on arrival.
All 19 aircraft we quote for Riyadh to Sanaa can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. King Khalid International Airport has 13,796 ft and Sanaa International Airport 10,669 ft, both comfortably beyond the 6,000 ft the largest types here need, so field length is not what decides the aircraft on this route — cabin size and range are. The leg is 1,085 km.
Alternates within range: Thumamah Airport (13,170 ft, 29 km) · Residential Helipad · Riyah Equestrian Club Helipad (2x) · KAPSARC Helipad
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Guide prices are one-way and include positioning. Taxes and handling are confirmed with your final quote.
Your group travels alone. No strangers, no overheard calls — just your party from Riyadh to Sanaa.
One of private aviation's quiet advantages: your pet sits with you throughout. No cargo, no separation.
The Riyadh to Sanaa route is a popular international private-jet path for both business travellers and leisure flyers seeking direct access without commercial schedules.
Budget US$12,000 – US$35,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 45m gate to gate over 1,085 km (674 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Riyadh–Sanaa charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
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