Charter Riyadh to Sharm El Sheikh privately from US$20,000, about 1h 59m in the air. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Riyadh (RUH) to Sharm El Sheikh (SSH), and from Sharm El Sheikh (SSH) back to Riyadh (RUH).
Riyadh and Sharm El Sheikh lie approximately 1,269 km apart (789 mi / 685 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Riyadh to Sharm El Sheikh (and Sharm El Sheikh to Riyadh) ranges from US$20,000 for a midsize jet like the Cessna Citation XLS+, up to US$55,500 for a super midsize jet such as the Challenger 350. 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. 7-9 seats and 3,900 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Intercontinental comfort with a full stand-up cabin and separate sleeping area. 9-12 seats and 5,926 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (USD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Midsize Jet · rec. | 1h 59m | 1h 47m – 2h 11m | US$28,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 1h 52m | 1h 41m – 2h 03m | US$39,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 1h 59m | US$28,500 – US$40,000 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 1h 58m | US$31,500 – US$44,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 1h 54m | US$34,000 – US$48,000 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 1h 52m | US$39,500 – US$55,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 1h 52m | US$43,500 – US$61,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 1h 54m | US$47,500 – US$66,500 | 9-12 |
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.
Guide prices reflect the key cost drivers on this sector — distance, fuel costs across the regions you cross, and airport fees at both ends. Every quote is checked against live availability before we confirm it. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
Private departures on this route use the following airports — we will recommend the best fit for your schedule:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: King Khalid International Airport and Thumamah Airport.
Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt: Sharm El Sheikh International Airport.
| King Khalid International Airport | Sharm El Sheikh International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | OERK / RUH | HESH / SSH |
| Longest hard runway | 13,796 ft | 10,108 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 2,049 ft | 191 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft | 2,180 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft | 2,410 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft | 3,700 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft | 3,650 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft | 3,900 km | Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft | 4,600 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft | 5,926 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft | 6,400 km | Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft | 7,220 km | Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft | 7,800 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft | 7,400 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 14,260 km | Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft | 11,112 km | Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft | 12,960 km | Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft | 11,945 km | Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Thumamah Airport (13,170 ft, 29 km) · Residential Helipad · Riyah Equestrian Club Helipad (2x) · KAPSARC Helipad · Multinational Force and Observers South Camp Heliport · Helicopter Emergency Landing Zone No. 1 · Helicopter Emergency Landing Zone No. 2 · Helicopter Emergency Landing Zone No. 3
Send your request and expect a real answer within the hour — not an automated holding reply, but live options with pricing.
You set the departure time. The aircraft waits for you, not the other way around.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Private jets access far more airports than commercial flights — reducing transfers and getting you closer to where you need to be.
Riyadh–Sharm El Sheikh is a frequently chartered international sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
Budget US$20,000 – US$55,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
Roughly 1h 59m airborne across the 1,269 km sector — timings shift a little with winds and aircraft.
This sector is mainly served by Midsize Jet, Super Midsize Jet. We lead with a midsize jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Riyadh–Sharm El Sheikh 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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