Airport Comparison
| DPG | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Michael Army Air Field (Dugway Proving Ground) Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | DPG | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KDPG | OERK |
| City | Dugway Proving Ground | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 4,350 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 40.200000, -112.940000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Michael Army Air Field (Dugway Proving Ground) Airport (DPG) in Dugway Proving Ground, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 12,469 kilometers (7,748 miles / 6,733 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.
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 08:42 in Dugway Proving Ground, it's 18:42 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 2,301 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Michael Army Air Field (Dugway Proving Ground) Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Dugway Proving Ground (DPG) follows a heading of 343° (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 Michael Army Air Field (Dugway Proving Ground) Airport (DPG) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.