RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
6,027 km
3,745 miles
WXN
Wanxian
China
Distance
6,027 km
3,745 mi / 3,254 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
69°
east northeast

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RUH WXN
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Wanxian Airport
IATA Code RUH WXN
ICAO Code OERK ZUWX
City Riyadh Wanxian
Country Saudi Arabia China
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 2,049 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 30.800000, 108.430000

Riyadh (RUH) to Wanxian (WXN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Wanxian Airport (WXN) in Wanxian, China is 6,027 kilometers (3,745 miles / 3,254 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east northeast at a heading of 69°.

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 China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:40 in Riyadh, it's 06:40 in Wanxian. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,049 feet between the two airports. Wanxian Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Wanxian (WXN) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 280° (west). 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 Wanxian Airport (WXN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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