Non-stop flights to Al Mukalla (RIY)
Riyan Airport is the second largest airport in Yemen. It is an international airport. In total there are 4 airports around the world that have direct flights to Al Mukalla, spread around 4 cities in 2 countries. Currently, there are 2 domestic flights to Al Mukalla.
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All direct flights to Al Mukalla Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Al Mukalla Best time to visit Al Mukalla Business Class flights Intercontinental flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 19 flights arriving at Al Mukalla Airport, which are 7 flights per week or 1 flights per day.
The most frequently departed flights to Al Mukalla are routes from Jeddah (JED) in Saudi Arabia and Aden (ADE) in Yemen. These two routes together are operated 11 times this month, and make up for 58% of all monthly arrivals at Riyan Airport.
The longest flight to Al Mukalla RIY is departing from Cairo (CAI). This non-stop flight takes around 3 hours and 45 minutes and covers a distance of 1,562 miles (2,514 km).
List of all direct flights to Al Mukalla
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Al Mukalla, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Al Mukalla.
Airlines flying to Al Mukalla
The only airline that flies to Al Mukalla is Yemenia.
What is the best time to visit Al Mukalla?
🏜️ Desert
Desert destinations like Al Mukalla are known for their hot days, with temperatures frequently exceeding 40°C (104°F), but cooler nights. With very little rainfall, these locations are famous for their extreme weather, breathtaking scenery, and the cultural heritage of their inhabitants. Despite the harsh living conditions, they provide a remarkable mix of adventure, calmness, and stunning landscapes, making them wonderful places to explore.
Al Mukalla is a wonderful destination to explore throughout the year, but it's advisable to avoid the summer months due to the intense heat. For a more enjoyable visit, plan your trip between September and May.
Business class flights to Al Mukalla
There are 4 airports that have flights to Al Mukalla in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights to RIY are listed below:
Intercontinental flights to Al Mukalla
The only intercontinental flights to Riyan Airport (RIY) are from Africa and the Middle-East, as of April 2026.
* Please note that there are no direct services from Europe, the United States, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Southern Asia, China, Japan, Eastern Asia, South-Eastern Asia, Central Asia or Oceania.
Non-stop flights from Africa to Al Mukalla
Yemenia is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Africa to Al Mukalla. They fly year-round from Cairo (CAI).
Non-stop flights from the Middle-East / Western Asia to Al Mukalla
Yemenia is currently the only airline flying non-stop from the Middle-East to Al Mukalla. They fly seasonal from Jeddah (JED), year-round from Aden (ADE) and Socotra (SCT).
International flights to Al Mukalla
Flights from Egypt to Al Mukalla
Cairo is the only city in Egypt with direct flights to Al Mukalla. From Cairo, direct flights are offered by Yemenia.
All flights from Egypt
Flights from Saudi Arabia to Al Mukalla
In Saudi Arabia, the only airport that has a direct connection to Al Mukalla is Jeddah. From Jeddah, direct flights are offered by Yemenia. This is a seasonal route that starts in April and ends in May.
All flights from Saudi Arabia
Domestic flights to Al Mukalla
Flights from Yemen to Al Mukalla
There are 2 airports in Yemen that have non-stop domestic flights to Al Mukalla.
From Aden and Socotra, you can fly with Yemenia.
All flights from Yemen
Alternative airports near Al Mukalla
Flying to an alternative airport near Al Mukalla could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. The only alternative airport to Al Mukalla (RIY) within a range of 125 miles (200 km) is Sayun (GXF).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Al Mukalla?
There is 1 airport in Al Mukalla: Riyan Airport (RIY).
What is the best airport to fly into Al Mukalla?
The most convenient airport to fly into Al Mukalla is Riyan Airport (RIY).
How many airlines fly to Al Mukalla?
There is 1 airline flying to Al Mukalla, which is Yemenia, as of April 2026.
Which airlines fly to Al Mukalla?
Yemenia is the only airline flying to Al Mukalla.
Which alliances are flying to Al Mukalla?
There are no alliances flying to Al Mukalla at the moment.
How many nonstop flights are there to Al Mukalla?
There are roughly 19 flights arriving at Al Mukalla every month (or 7 flights each week), from a total of 4 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Al Mukalla Airport?
The official name of Al Mukalla Airport is Riyan Airport.
What is the airport code of Al Mukalla Airport?
The airport code of Al Mukalla Airport is RIY.
What are the most popular flights to Al Mukalla?
Jeddah, Aden and Cairo are the 3 most popular routes to Al Mukalla. For a complete overview of all flight routes to Al Mukalla, please use our flight map.
