Airport Comparison
| FRI | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Marshall Army Air Field | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRI | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KFRI | OERK |
| City | Fort Riley (Junction City) | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 1,066 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 39.100000, -96.800000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) in Fort Riley (Junction City), United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,945 kilometers (7,422 miles / 6,450 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying 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 09:04 in Fort Riley (Junction City), it's 18:04 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.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Fort Riley (Junction City) (FRI) follows a heading of 331° (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 Marshall Army Air Field (FRI) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.