Saudia Airlines SV979 Flight Status : Live Tracking & Updates

International flight Saudia Airlines SV979 takes off from Guangzhou (CAN) China to Riyadh (RUH) Saudi Arabia. It's operated by Saudia Airlines. The plane leaves Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport at 05:10 Asia/Shanghai. The flight is expected to land at King Khaled International Airport at 09:30 Asia/Riyadh. The flight will last about 9 hours 20 minutes.

SV979 - SVA979 Saudia Airlines (SV)
CAN Guangzhou China
Flight CAN to RUH
RUH Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Contact Airlines It may not operate on the date requested
Departure Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
IATA: CANICAO: ZGGG
Scheduled 05:10
None None
Arrival King Khaled International Airport
IATA: RUHICAO: OERK
Scheduled 09:30
None None
SV979 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 9 hours 20 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 6697 kms / 4161 miles
Airline
  • Saudia Airlines
  • IATA: SV
  • ICAO: SVA
  • Operating Days: Thursday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Cargo/Mail
  • Seats: 0
  • Freight capacity: 100 tons
  • Passenger classes: N/A
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 777 Freighter
  • Callsign: F-VYYY2
  • Departure Timezone: Asia/Shanghai
  • Arrival Timezone: Asia/Riyadh
  • Current Time in Guangzhou: Tuesday 2026-05-05 19:03 PM
  • Current Time in Riyadh: Tuesday 2026-05-05 14:03 PM

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Saudia Airlines Flight SV979 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Saudia Airlines SV979 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 9 hour(s) 20 minutes, with the flight distance of 6697 km (4161 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the Saudia Airlines SV979 flight?

All Saudia Airlines SV979 flights are operated using Boeing 777 Freighter aircraft.

How many Saudia Airlines SV979 flights are operated a week?

2 flights per week. The Flight Saudia Airlines SV979 is operated on Thursday, Sunday.