The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Sado Airport (SDS) in Sado Airport, Japan is 8,471 kilometers (5,264 miles / 4,574 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 Saudi Arabia with Japan. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:35 in Riyadh, it's 06:35 in Sado Airport. 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 1,961 feet between the two airports. Sado Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Sado Airport (SDS) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 291° (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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH) and Sado Airport (SDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.