The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Samjiyon Airport (YJS) in Samjiyon, KP is 8,359 kilometers (5,194 miles / 4,514 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying northeast at a heading of 50°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:46 in Jeddah, it's 04:46 in Samjiyon. 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 4,499 feet between the two airports. Samjiyon Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport.

The return flight from Samjiyon (YJS) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 286° (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 Samjiyon Airport (YJS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.