Airport Comparison
| FRN | JED | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bryant Army Air Field | King Abdulaziz International Airport |
| IATA Code | FRN | JED |
| ICAO Code | PAFR | OEJN |
| City | Fort Richardson (Anchorage) | Jeddah |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 387 ft | 48 ft |
| Coordinates | 61.270000, -149.650000 | 21.680000, 39.160000 |
Fort Richardson (Anchorage) (FRN) to Jeddah (JED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bryant Army Air Field (FRN) in Fort Richardson (Anchorage), United States to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 10,758 kilometers (6,684 miles / 5,809 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north at a heading of 352°.
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 05:55 in Fort Richardson (Anchorage), it's 17:55 in Jeddah. With a 12-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 Jeddah (JED) to Fort Richardson (Anchorage) (FRN) follows a heading of 4° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Bryant Army Air Field (FRN) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.