Airport Comparison
| CPX | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | CPX | RUH |
| ICAO Code | TJCP | OERK |
| City | Isla De Culebra | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Puerto_Rico | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 49 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 18.310000, -65.300000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Isla De Culebra (CPX) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX) in Isla De Culebra, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,224 kilometers (6,975 miles / 6,061 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.
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 02:47 in Isla De Culebra, it's 09:47 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 2,000 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Isla De Culebra (CPX) follows a heading of 296° (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 Benjamin Rivera Noriega Airport (CPX) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.