The flight distance from Playa Samara Airport (PLD) in Playa Samara, Costa Rica to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,516 kilometers (8,398 miles / 7,298 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 Costa Rica 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 18:26 in Playa Samara, it's 03:26 in Riyadh. With a 9-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 2,039 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Playa Samara Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Playa Samara (PLD) follows a heading of 301° (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 Playa Samara Airport (PLD) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.