Airport Comparison
| FLL | SHW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport | Sharurah Airport |
| IATA Code | FLL | SHW |
| ICAO Code | KFLL | OESH |
| City | Fort Lauderdale | N/A |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 65 ft | 2,363 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.070000, -80.150000 | 17.470000, 47.120000 |
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Sharurah Airport (SHW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, United States to Sharurah Airport (SHW) in Sharurah Airport, Saudi Arabia is 12,539 kilometers (7,791 miles / 6,770 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 55°.
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 11:22 in Fort Lauderdale, it's 19:22 in Sharurah Airport. With a 8-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 2,298 feet between the two airports. Sharurah Airport sits higher than Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport.
The return flight from Sharurah Airport (SHW) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) follows a heading of 309° (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 Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Sharurah Airport (SHW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.