Airport Comparison
| RUH | YNY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Khaled International Airport | Yangyang International Airport |
| IATA Code | RUH | YNY |
| ICAO Code | OERK | RKNY |
| City | Riyadh | Sokcho / Gangneung |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | South Korea |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | Asia/Seoul |
| Elevation | 2,049 ft | 241 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.960000, 46.700000 | 38.060000, 128.670000 |
Riyadh (RUH) to Sokcho / Gangneung (YNY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Yangyang International Airport (YNY) in Sokcho / Gangneung, South Korea is 7,662 kilometers (4,761 miles / 4,137 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.
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 South Korea. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 07:17 in Riyadh, it's 13:17 in Sokcho / Gangneung. 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 1,808 feet between the two airports. Yangyang International Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.
The return flight from Sokcho / Gangneung (YNY) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 286° (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 Yangyang International Airport (YNY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.