The flight distance from Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) in East London, South Africa to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 6,202 kilometers (3,854 miles / 3,349 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 13°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:17 in East London, it's 11:17 in Jeddah.

The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to East London (ELS) follows a heading of 191° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ben Schoeman Airport (ELS) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.