The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Zhigansk Airport (ZIX) in Zhigansk, Russia is 6,888 kilometers (4,280 miles / 3,719 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northeast at a heading of 26°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:17 in Riyadh, it's 08:17 in Zhigansk. 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 1,757 feet between the two airports. Zhigansk Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Zhigansk (ZIX) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 268° (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 Zhigansk Airport (ZIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.