Airport Comparison
| GGS | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Gobernador Gregores Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | GGS | RUH |
| ICAO Code | SAWR | OERK |
| City | Gobernador Gregores | Riyadh |
| Country | Argentina | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 356 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -48.780000, -70.150000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Gobernador Gregores (GGS) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Gobernador Gregores Airport (GGS) in Gobernador Gregores, Argentina to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 14,006 kilometers (8,703 miles / 7,563 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 92°.
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 13:53 in Gobernador Gregores, it's 19:53 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 1,693 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Gobernador Gregores Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Gobernador Gregores (GGS) follows a heading of 227° (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 Gobernador Gregores Airport (GGS) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.