Airport Comparison
| BPF | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Batuna Aerodrome | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | BPF | RUH |
| ICAO Code | AGBT | OERK |
| City | Batuna Mission Station | Riyadh |
| Country | Solomon Islands | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Guadalcanal | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 24 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -8.560000, 158.120000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Batuna Mission Station (BPF) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Batuna Aerodrome (BPF) in Batuna Mission Station, Solomon Islands to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 12,561 kilometers (7,805 miles / 6,783 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.
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 Solomon Islands with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:07 in Batuna Mission Station, it's 03:07 in Riyadh. With a 8-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 2,025 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Batuna Aerodrome.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Batuna Mission Station (BPF) follows a heading of 89° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Batuna Aerodrome (BPF) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.