Airport Comparison
| AZS | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Samana El Catey International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | AZS | RUH |
| ICAO Code | MDCY | OERK |
| City | Samana | Riyadh |
| Country | Dominican Republic | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Santo_Domingo | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 30 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 19.270000, -69.740000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Samana (AZS) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) in Samana, Dominican Republic to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,563 kilometers (7,185 miles / 6,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.
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 Dominican Republic 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 09:51 in Samana, it's 16:51 in Riyadh. With a 7-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 2,019 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Samana El Catey International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Samana (AZS) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 Samana El Catey International Airport (AZS) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.