RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
8,211 km
5,102 miles
ZAM
Zamboanga City
Philippines
Distance
8,211 km
5,102 mi / 4,433 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
90°
east

Airport Comparison

RUH ZAM
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Zamboanga International Airport
IATA Code RUH ZAM
ICAO Code OERK RPMZ
City Riyadh Zamboanga City
Country Saudi Arabia Philippines
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Asia/Manila
Elevation 2,049 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 6.920000, 122.060000

Riyadh (RUH) to Zamboanga City (ZAM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) in Zamboanga City, Philippines is 8,211 kilometers (5,102 miles / 4,433 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 90°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:56 in Riyadh, it's 02:56 in Zamboanga City. 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 2,016 feet between the two airports. Zamboanga International Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Zamboanga City (ZAM) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 294° (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 Zamboanga International Airport (ZAM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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