Airport Comparison
| CEX | JED | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chena Hot Springs Airport | King Abdulaziz International Airport |
| IATA Code | CEX | JED |
| ICAO Code | AK13 | OEJN |
| City | Chena Hot Springs | Jeddah |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 1,195 ft | 48 ft |
| Coordinates | 65.050000, -146.050000 | 21.680000, 39.160000 |
Chena Hot Springs (CEX) to Jeddah (JED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chena Hot Springs Airport (CEX) in Chena Hot Springs, United States to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 10,361 kilometers (6,438 miles / 5,594 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 355°.
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 09:18 in Chena Hot Springs, it's 21:18 in Jeddah. With a 12-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 1,147 feet between the two airports. King Abdulaziz International Airport sits lower than Chena Hot Springs Airport.
The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to Chena Hot Springs (CEX) follows a heading of 2° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Chena Hot Springs Airport (CEX) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.