The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Shay Gap Airport (SGP) in Shay Gap, Australia is 9,402 kilometers (5,842 miles / 5,077 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:22 in Riyadh, it's 10:22 in Shay Gap. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,429 feet between the two airports. Shay Gap Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Shay Gap (SGP) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 299° (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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH) and Shay Gap Airport (SGP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.