The flight distance from Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) in Buenos Aires, Argentina to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 12,869 kilometers (7,996 miles / 6,948 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 Argentina with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:07 in Buenos Aires, it's 10:07 in Riyadh. With a 6-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 2,031 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Jorge Newbery Airpark.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Buenos Aires (AEP) follows a heading of 242° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Jorge Newbery Airpark (AEP) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.