BJL
Banjul
Gambia
6,723 km
4,177 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
6,723 km
4,177 mi / 3,630 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Africa/Banjul
Heading
69°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

BJL RUH
Airport Name Banjul International Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code BJL RUH
ICAO Code GBYD OERK
City Banjul Riyadh
Country Gambia Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Banjul Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 95 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 13.340000, -16.650000 24.960000, 46.700000

Banjul (BJL) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Banjul International Airport (BJL) in Banjul, Gambia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 6,723 kilometers (4,177 miles / 3,630 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, 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 Gambia with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:32 in Banjul, it's 12:32 in Riyadh. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,954 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Banjul International Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Banjul (BJL) follows a heading of 272° (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 Banjul International Airport (BJL) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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