Airport Comparison
| IPZ | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | San Isidro del General Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | IPZ | RUH |
| ICAO Code | MRSI | OERK |
| City | Perez Zeledon | Riyadh |
| Country | Costa Rica | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Costa_Rica | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 2,100 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 9.350000, -83.710000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Perez Zeledon (IPZ) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) in Perez Zeledon, Costa Rica to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,427 kilometers (8,343 miles / 7,250 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.
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 Costa Rica 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 13:37 in Perez Zeledon, it's 22:37 in Riyadh. 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 Riyadh (RUH) to Perez Zeledon (IPZ) follows a heading of 299° (west 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 San Isidro del General Airport (IPZ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.