Airport Comparison
| COS | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | COS | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KCOS | OERK |
| City | Colorado Springs | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 6,187 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 38.810000, -104.700000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Colorado Springs (COS) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) in Colorado Springs, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 12,325 kilometers (7,658 miles / 6,655 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
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 00:54 in Colorado Springs, it's 10:54 in Riyadh. With a 10-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 4,138 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Colorado Springs (COS) follows a heading of 336° (north 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 City Of Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.