Airport Comparison
| HEE | JED | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Thompson-Robbins Airport | King Abdulaziz International Airport |
| IATA Code | HEE | JED |
| ICAO Code | KHEE | OEJN |
| City | Helena/West Helena | Jeddah |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 242 ft | 48 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.580000, -90.680000 | 21.680000, 39.160000 |
Helena/West Helena (HEE) to Jeddah (JED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Thompson-Robbins Airport (HEE) in Helena/West Helena, United States to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 11,819 kilometers (7,344 miles / 6,382 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 48°.
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 10:55 in Helena/West Helena, it's 19:55 in Jeddah. 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 Jeddah (JED) to Helena/West Helena (HEE) follows a heading of 319° (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 Thompson-Robbins Airport (HEE) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.