The flight distance from Zumbi dos Palmares Airport (MCZ) in Maceio, Brazil to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 9,707 kilometers (6,032 miles / 5,241 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.

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 Brazil with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:15 in Maceio, it's 15:15 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 1,662 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Zumbi dos Palmares Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Maceio (MCZ) follows a heading of 258° (west 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 Zumbi dos Palmares Airport (MCZ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.