Private charter between Gassim and Riyadh starts at US$8,000 aboard a turboprop.
This route runs both ways — Gassim (ELQ) to Riyadh (RUH) and Riyadh to Gassim — timed and priced alike.
Gassim and Riyadh lie approximately 329 km apart (205 mi / 178 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Gassim–Riyadh spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the entry level to a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (SAR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | SR30,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 51 min | 46 min – 56 min | SR36,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (SAR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 03m | SR30,000 – SR41,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 01m | SR34,000 – SR45,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (SAR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 51 min | SR36,000 – SR51,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 50 min | SR39,000 – SR56,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 49 min | SR43,000 – SR60,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
Every Gassim–Riyadh quote is built fresh: distance and wind factor, fuel costs at both ends, landing and handling fees, and live aircraft positioning. The figure shown is a guide; we confirm a firm price against live availability.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Gassim, Saudi Arabia: Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: King Khalid International Airport and Thumamah Airport.
| Prince Naif bin Abdulaziz International Airport | King Khalid International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | OEGS / ELQ | OERK / RUH |
| Longest hard runway | 9,843 ft | 13,796 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 2,126 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Aircraft | Needs | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,800 km | Non-stop |
| King Air 350 Turboprop |
2,000 ft | 2,700 km | Non-stop |
| 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 |
| King Air 250 Turboprop |
3,000 ft | 2,900 km | Non-stop |
| Cessna Caravan 208B Short-Field Turboprop |
1,500 ft | 1,980 km | Non-stop |
| De Havilland Twin Otter 400 Short-Field Turboprop |
1,200 ft | 1,480 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: Private Helipad · Thumamah Airport (13,170 ft, 29 km) · Residential Helipad · Riyah Equestrian Club Helipad (2x) · KAPSARC Helipad
Flexibility at both ends: we pick the most convenient airfield, not the busiest one.
Guide pricing on Gassim–Riyadh is published clearly: US$8,000 – US$15,500. Your confirmed quote is all-in.
No shared cabin, no middle seats, no compromise. 6-9 passengers, one aircraft, complete privacy.
Private jets are pet-friendly by default. Your companion flies in the cabin with you, not in cargo.
Demand on Gassim–Riyadh comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a turboprop sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 1h 03m in the air over 329 km (205 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Gassim–Riyadh departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
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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