Airport Comparison
| FDO | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Fernando Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | FDO | RUH |
| ICAO Code | SADF | OERK |
| City | San Fernando | Riyadh |
| Country | Argentina | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -34.450000, -58.590000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
San Fernando (FDO) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Fernando Airport (FDO) in San Fernando, Argentina to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 12,881 kilometers (8,004 miles / 6,955 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.
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 05:53 in San Fernando, it's 11:53 in Riyadh. 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 2,039 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than San Fernando Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to San Fernando (FDO) follows a heading of 242° (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 San Fernando Airport (FDO) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.