Airport Comparison
Riyadh (RUH) to Rio De Janeiro (SNZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Santa Cruz Airport (SNZ) in Rio De Janeiro, Brazil is 11,099 kilometers (6,897 miles / 5,993 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.
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 Brazil. 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 18:50 in Riyadh, it's 12:50 in Rio De Janeiro. 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 2,039 feet between the two airports. Santa Cruz Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.
The return flight from Rio De Janeiro (SNZ) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 67° (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 Santa Cruz Airport (SNZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.