Airport Comparison
| GTF | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Great Falls International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | GTF | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KGTF | OERK |
| City | Great Falls | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Denver | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 3,680 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 47.480000, -111.370000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Great Falls (GTF) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Great Falls International Airport (GTF) in Great Falls, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,666 kilometers (7,249 miles / 6,299 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 21°.
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 05:28 in Great Falls, it's 15:28 in Riyadh. With a 10-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 1,631 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Great Falls International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Great Falls (GTF) follows a heading of 345° (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 Great Falls International Airport (GTF) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.