Airport Comparison
| ELQ | MSP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gassim Airport | Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport |
| IATA Code | ELQ | MSP |
| ICAO Code | OEGS | KMSP |
| City | N/A | Minneapolis |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 2,126 ft | 842 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.300000, 43.770000 | 44.880000, -93.220000 |
Gassim Airport (ELQ) to Minneapolis (MSP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gassim Airport (ELQ) in Gassim Airport, Saudi Arabia to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) in Minneapolis, United States is 10,979 kilometers (6,822 miles / 5,928 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.
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 Saudi Arabia with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 18:05 in Gassim Airport, it's 09:05 in Minneapolis. 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 1,284 feet between the two airports. Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport sits lower than Gassim Airport.
The return flight from Minneapolis (MSP) to Gassim Airport (ELQ) follows a heading of 38° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Gassim Airport (ELQ) and Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain Airport (MSP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.