Airport Comparison
Iwo Jima Airport (IWO) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Iwo Jima Airport (IWO) in Iwo Jima Airport, Japan to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 9,302 kilometers (5,780 miles / 5,023 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 295°.
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 Japan with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:10 in Iwo Jima Airport, it's 21:10 in Riyadh. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,665 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Iwo Jima Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Iwo Jima Airport (IWO) follows a heading of 66° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Iwo Jima Airport (IWO) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.