The flight distance from Gwangju Airport (KWJ) in Gwangju, South Korea to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 7,592 kilometers (4,717 miles / 4,099 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 South Korea with Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:37 in Gwangju, it's 09:37 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,010 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Gwangju Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Gwangju (KWJ) follows a heading of 60° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Gwangju Airport (KWJ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.