The flight distance from Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 7,895 kilometers (4,905 miles / 4,263 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:08 in Qaanaaq, it's 00:08 in Riyadh. With a 7-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 1,998 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Qaanaaq Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Qaanaaq (NAQ) follows a heading of 348° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.