Airport Comparison
| AFA | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | AFA | RUH |
| ICAO Code | SAMR | OERK |
| City | San Rafael | Riyadh |
| Country | Argentina | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Mendoza | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 2,470 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.590000, -68.400000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
San Rafael (AFA) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) in San Rafael, Argentina to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,765 kilometers (8,553 miles / 7,432 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 81°.
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 16:19 in San Rafael, it's 22:19 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.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to San Rafael (AFA) follows a heading of 244° (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 Suboficial Ay Santiago Germano Airport (AFA) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.