Airport Comparison
| JHF | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | São Paulo Catarina Executive Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | JHF | RUH |
| ICAO Code | SBHJ | OERK |
| City | São Roque | Riyadh |
| Country | Brazil | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Sao_Paulo | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 2,549 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -23.430000, -47.170000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
São Roque (JHF) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from São Paulo Catarina Executive Airport (JHF) in São Roque, Brazil to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,446 kilometers (7,112 miles / 6,181 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Brazil with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:42 in São Roque, it's 14:42 in Riyadh. 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 Riyadh (RUH) to São Roque (JHF) follows a heading of 250° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the São Paulo Catarina Executive Airport (JHF) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.