The flight distance from Christmas Creek Station Airport (CXQ) in Christmas Creek Station Airport, Australia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 9,855 kilometers (6,124 miles / 5,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Australia with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:00 in Christmas Creek Station Airport, it's 02:00 in Riyadh. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,049 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Christmas Creek Station Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Christmas Creek Station Airport (CXQ) follows a heading of 112° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Christmas Creek Station Airport (CXQ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.