The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Yakushima Airport (KUM) in Yakushima Airport, Japan is 8,946 kilometers (5,559 miles / 4,830 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:47 in Jeddah, it's 07:47 in Yakushima Airport. 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.

The return flight from Yakushima Airport (KUM) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 290° (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 Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Yakushima Airport (KUM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.