The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Yam Island Airport (XMY) in Yam Island, Australia is 11,077 kilometers (6,883 miles / 5,981 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 00:52 in Riyadh, it's 07:52 in Yam Island. With a 7-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 2,049 feet between the two airports. Yam Island Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Yam Island (XMY) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 294° (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 Yam Island Airport (XMY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.