The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Cape Dorset Airport (YTE) in Cape Dorset, Canada is 8,958 kilometers (5,566 miles / 4,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 338°.

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 Canada. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:54 in Riyadh, it's 20:54 in Cape Dorset. 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 1,885 feet between the two airports. Cape Dorset Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Cape Dorset (YTE) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 50° (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 Cape Dorset Airport (YTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.