JED
Jeddah
Saudi Arabia
2,927 km
1,819 miles
PLF
Pala
Chad
Distance
2,927 km
1,819 mi / 1,581 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
246°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

JED PLF
Airport Name King Abdulaziz International Airport Pala Airport
IATA Code JED PLF
ICAO Code OEJN FTTP
City Jeddah Pala
Country Saudi Arabia Chad
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 48 ft 1,532 ft
Coordinates 21.680000, 39.160000 9.380000, 14.930000

Jeddah (JED) to Pala (PLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Pala Airport (PLF) in Pala, Chad is 2,927 kilometers (1,819 miles / 1,581 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with Chad. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:45 in Jeddah, it's 20:45 in Pala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,484 feet between the two airports. Pala Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport.

The return flight from Pala (PLF) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Pala Airport (PLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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