BRU
Brussels
Belgium
4,293 km
2,668 miles
ELQ
Gassim Airport
Saudi Arabia
Distance
4,293 km
2,668 mi / 2,318 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Brussels
Heading
115°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

BRU ELQ
Airport Name Brussels Airport Gassim Airport
IATA Code BRU ELQ
ICAO Code EBBR OEGS
City Brussels N/A
Country Belgium Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/Brussels Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 184 ft 2,126 ft
Coordinates 50.900000, 4.480000 26.300000, 43.770000

Brussels (BRU) to Gassim Airport (ELQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Brussels Airport (BRU) in Brussels, Belgium to Gassim Airport (ELQ) in Gassim Airport, Saudi Arabia is 4,293 kilometers (2,668 miles / 2,318 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Belgium with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:12 in Brussels, it's 06:12 in Gassim Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,942 feet between the two airports. Gassim Airport sits higher than Brussels Airport.

The return flight from Gassim Airport (ELQ) to Brussels (BRU) follows a heading of 320° (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 Brussels Airport (BRU) and Gassim Airport (ELQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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