The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Thorshofn Airport (THO) in Thorshofn, Iceland is 6,239 kilometers (3,877 miles / 3,369 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 335°.

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 Iceland. 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 07:05 in Riyadh, it's 04:05 in Thorshofn. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,984 feet between the two airports. Thorshofn Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Thorshofn (THO) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 105° (east southeast). 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 Thorshofn Airport (THO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.