The flight distance from George Airport (GRJ) in George, South Africa to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 7,042 kilometers (4,376 miles / 3,803 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 25°.

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 19:18 in George, it's 20:18 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,401 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than George Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to George (GRJ) follows a heading of 202° (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 Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.