The flight distance from Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) in Austin, United States to Gassim Airport (ELQ) in Gassim Airport, Saudi Arabia is 12,512 kilometers (7,775 miles / 6,756 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 10:08 in Austin, it's 19:08 in Gassim Airport. With a 9-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 1,585 feet between the two airports. Gassim Airport sits higher than Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

The return flight from Gassim Airport (ELQ) to Austin (AUS) follows a heading of 324° (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 Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) and Gassim Airport (ELQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.