Private charter between Addis Ababa and Riyadh starts at US$27,500 aboard a midsize jet.
This route runs both ways — Addis Ababa (ADD) to Riyadh (RUH) and Riyadh to Addis Ababa — timed and priced alike.
As the crow flies, Addis Ababa to Riyadh is roughly 1,964 kilometres — 1,220 miles, or 1,060 nautical miles.
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Guide pricing for Addis Ababa–Riyadh spans US$27,500 – US$76,500: from a midsize jet (Cessna Citation XLS+) at the entry level to a super midsize jet (Challenger 350) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
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. | 2h 51m | 2h 34m – 3h 08m | US$39,500 | 7-9 |
| Super Midsize Jet | 2h 39m | 2h 23m – 2h 55m | US$54,500 | 9-12 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation XLS+ | 2h 51m | US$39,500 – US$55,500 | 7-9 |
| Hawker 900XP | 2h 49m | US$43,500 – US$61,000 | 7-9 |
| Embraer Praetor 500 | 2h 43m | US$47,500 – US$66,500 | 8-10 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (USD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Challenger 350 | 2h 39m | US$54,500 – US$76,500 | 9-12 |
| Cessna Citation Longitude | 2h 39m | US$60,000 – US$84,000 | 9-12 |
| Embraer Praetor 600 | 2h 43m | US$65,500 – US$92,000 | 9-12 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available.
Several variables shape what you pay for a Addis Ababa–Riyadh charter: the distance and prevailing winds on the day, fuel costs across the regions you cross, handling and landing fees at both airports, and the specific aircraft confirmed against live availability. International routing adds overflight permits and customs clearance to the final figure.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport and Harar Meda Airport.
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia: King Khalid International Airport and Thumamah Airport.
| Addis Ababa Bole International Airport | King Khalid International Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | HAAB / ADD | OERK / RUH |
| Longest hard runway | 12,467 ft | 13,796 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 7,630 ft | 2,049 ft |
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is at 7,630 ft, high enough to reduce performance on a warm day; your operator may limit payload on departure.
| Aircraft | Runway | Range | On this route |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV Very Light Jet |
3,200 ft 9,267 ft spare |
2,180 km 275 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation M2 Very Light Jet |
2,900 ft 9,567 ft spare |
2,410 km 45 km short after reserves |
Fuel stop needed |
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ Light Jet |
3,500 ft 8,967 ft spare |
3,700 km 1,245 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Phenom 300E Light Jet |
3,278 ft 9,189 ft spare |
3,650 km 1,195 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation XLS+ Midsize Jet |
4,200 ft 8,267 ft spare |
3,900 km 1,445 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Hawker 900XP Midsize Jet |
5,576 ft 6,891 ft spare |
4,600 km 2,145 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 350 Super Midsize Jet |
4,930 ft 7,537 ft spare |
5,926 km 3,471 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Cessna Citation Longitude Super Midsize Jet |
4,900 ft 7,567 ft spare |
6,400 km 3,945 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Embraer Praetor 600 Super Midsize Jet |
4,692 ft 7,775 ft spare |
7,220 km 4,765 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Challenger 605 Heavy Jet |
5,440 ft 7,027 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,945 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G450 Heavy Jet |
5,300 ft 7,167 ft spare |
7,800 km 5,345 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 2000LXS Heavy Jet |
4,790 ft 7,677 ft spare |
7,400 km 4,945 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 7500 Ultra Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,467 ft spare |
14,260 km 11,805 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Bombardier Global 6000 Long Range Jet |
5,800 ft 6,667 ft spare |
11,112 km 8,657 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Gulfstream G650 Long Range Jet |
6,000 ft 6,467 ft spare |
12,960 km 10,505 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
| Falcon 8X Long Range Jet |
4,800 ft 7,667 ft spare |
11,945 km 9,490 km spare after reserves |
Non-stop |
Alternates within range: Harar Meda Airport (5,940 ft, 37 km) · African Union Heliport · Thumamah Airport (13,170 ft, 29 km) · Residential Helipad · Riyah Equestrian Club Helipad (2x) · KAPSARC Helipad
Your aircraft is sourced from operators we have verified — licensing, insurance, maintenance history and crew ratings included.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Addis Ababa–Riyadh quote requests within 60 minutes.
Pick your slot and depart. Private charter between Addis Ababa and Riyadh is built around your itinerary.
Private terminals mean check-in takes minutes. The 1,964 km flight is the fastest part of the door-to-door journey.
Demand on Addis Ababa–Riyadh comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a international route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
Budget US$27,500 – US$76,500 one-way depending on aircraft; a midsize jet sits at the entry point. We confirm a firm figure against live availability.
About 2h 51m gate to gate over 1,964 km (1,220 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
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.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Addis Ababa–Riyadh departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Yes. Our Addis Ababa–Riyadh charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Riyadh to Addis Ababa runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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