The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) in Santa Marta, Colombia is 12,462 kilometers (7,744 miles / 6,729 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, 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 Saudi Arabia with Colombia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:18 in Riyadh, it's 10:18 in Santa Marta. With a 8-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 2,027 feet between the two airports. Simon Bolivar International Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Santa Marta (SMR) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 57° (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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH) and Simon Bolivar International Airport (SMR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.