The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Santander Airport (SDR) in Santander, Spain is 4,989 kilometers (3,100 miles / 2,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:02 in Riyadh, it's 13:02 in Santander.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,033 feet between the two airports. Santander Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Santander (SDR) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 97° (east). 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 Khaled International Airport (RUH) and Santander Airport (SDR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.