The flight distance from Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) in Gordon Downs, Australia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 10,097 kilometers (6,274 miles / 5,452 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

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 04:43 in Gordon Downs, it's 23:43 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 1,249 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Gordon Downs Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Gordon Downs (GDD) follows a heading of 110° (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 Gordon Downs Airport (GDD) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.