Airport Comparison
| ALW | JED | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Walla Walla Regional Airport | King Abdulaziz International Airport |
| IATA Code | ALW | JED |
| ICAO Code | KALW | OEJN |
| City | Walla Walla | Jeddah |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 1,194 ft | 48 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.090000, -118.280000 | 21.680000, 39.160000 |
Walla Walla (ALW) to Jeddah (JED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Walla Walla Regional Airport (ALW) in Walla Walla, United States to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 12,143 kilometers (7,546 miles / 6,557 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 22°.
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 United States with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 12:43 in Walla Walla, it's 23:43 in Jeddah. With a 11-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 1,146 feet between the two airports. King Abdulaziz International Airport sits lower than Walla Walla Regional Airport.
The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to Walla Walla (ALW) follows a heading of 344° (north 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 Walla Walla Regional Airport (ALW) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.