GRJ
George
South Africa
6,442 km
4,003 miles
JED
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia
Distance
6,442 km
4,003 mi / 3,478 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
18°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

GRJ JED
Airport Name George Airport King Abdulaziz International Airport
IATA Code GRJ JED
ICAO Code FAGG OEJN
City George Jeddah
Country South Africa Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 648 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -34.010000, 22.380000 21.680000, 39.160000

George (GRJ) to Jeddah (JED) Flight Distance

The flight distance from George Airport (GRJ) in George, South Africa to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 6,442 kilometers (4,003 miles / 3,478 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.

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 16:36 in George, it's 17:36 in Jeddah.

The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to George (GRJ) follows a heading of 196° (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 George Airport (GRJ) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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