The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Welkom Airport (WEL) in Welkom, South Africa is 6,267 kilometers (3,894 miles / 3,384 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:08 in Riyadh, it's 07:08 in Welkom.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,350 feet between the two airports. Welkom Airport sits higher than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Welkom (WEL) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 22° (north northeast). 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 Welkom Airport (WEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.