Airport Comparison
| EGP | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Maverick County Memorial International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | EGP | RUH |
| ICAO Code | K5T9 | OERK |
| City | Eagle Pass | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 887 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 28.860000, -100.510000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Eagle Pass (EGP) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Maverick County Memorial International Airport (EGP) in Eagle Pass, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,080 kilometers (8,128 miles / 7,063 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 34°.
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 22:13 in Eagle Pass, it's 07:13 in Riyadh. 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 1,162 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Maverick County Memorial International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Eagle Pass (EGP) follows a heading of 328° (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 Maverick County Memorial International Airport (EGP) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.