The flight distance from Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,484 kilometers (7,136 miles / 6,201 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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 Dominican Republic 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 14:17 in Punta Cana, it's 21:17 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 2,002 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Punta Cana International Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Punta Cana (PUJ) follows a heading of 298° (west 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 Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.