The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Vava'u International Airport (VAV) in Vava'u Island, Tonga is 15,773 kilometers (9,801 miles / 8,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east at a heading of 89°.

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 Tonga. 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 10:38 in Riyadh, it's 20:38 in Vava'u Island. 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 1,813 feet between the two airports. Vava'u International Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Vava'u Island (VAV) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 287° (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 Vava'u International Airport (VAV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.