The flight distance from Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) in San Diego, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,361 kilometers (8,302 miles / 7,214 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 United States with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:35 in San Diego, it's 00:35 in Riyadh. With a 10-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 1,572 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to San Diego (NKX) follows a heading of 344° (north 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 Miramar Mcas (Joe Foss Field) Airport (NKX) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.