The flight distance from Catamarca Airport (CTC) in Catamarca, Argentina to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 12,538 kilometers (7,791 miles / 6,770 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 77°.

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 Argentina with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:01 in Catamarca, it's 21:01 in Jeddah. With a 6-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 1,474 feet between the two airports. King Abdulaziz International Airport sits lower than Catamarca Airport.

The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to Catamarca (CTC) follows a heading of 247° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Catamarca Airport (CTC) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.