AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
11,711 km
7,277 miles
RST
Rochester
United States
Distance
11,711 km
7,277 mi / 6,323 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
336°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AUH RST
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Rochester International Airport
IATA Code AUH RST
ICAO Code OMAA KRST
City Abu Dhabi Rochester
Country United Arab Emirates United States
Timezone Asia/Dubai America/Chicago
Elevation 88 ft 1,317 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 43.910000, -92.500000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Rochester (RST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Rochester International Airport (RST) in Rochester, United States is 11,711 kilometers (7,277 miles / 6,323 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

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 Arab Emirates with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:31 in Abu Dhabi, it's 11:31 in Rochester. With a 10-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 1,229 feet between the two airports. Rochester International Airport sits higher than Abu Dhabi International Airport.

The return flight from Rochester (RST) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 31° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Rochester International Airport (RST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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