The flight distance from Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) in Dallas-Fort Worth, United States to Gassim Airport (ELQ) in Gassim Airport, Saudi Arabia is 12,236 kilometers (7,603 miles / 6,607 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 07:30 in Dallas-Fort Worth, it's 16:30 in Gassim Airport. With a 9-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 1,520 feet between the two airports. Gassim Airport sits higher than Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport.

The return flight from Gassim Airport (ELQ) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) follows a heading of 326° (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 Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Gassim Airport (ELQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.