Airport Comparison
Ilo (ILQ) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Ilo Airport (ILQ) in Ilo, Peru to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,599 kilometers (8,450 miles / 7,343 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.
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 Peru 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 09:09 in Ilo, it's 17:09 in Riyadh. With a 8-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 1,977 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Ilo Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Ilo (ILQ) follows a heading of 264° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Ilo Airport (ILQ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.