Airport Comparison
| JED | SLA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Abdulaziz International Airport | Martin Miguel De Guemes International Airport |
| IATA Code | JED | SLA |
| ICAO Code | OEJN | SASA |
| City | Jeddah | Salta |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/Argentina/Salta |
| Elevation | 48 ft | 4,088 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.680000, 39.160000 | -24.860000, -65.490000 |
Jeddah (JED) to Salta (SLA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Martin Miguel De Guemes International Airport (SLA) in Salta, Argentina is 12,412 kilometers (7,713 miles / 6,702 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 251°.
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 Saudi Arabia with Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:16 in Jeddah, it's 13:16 in Salta. With a 6-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 4,040 feet between the two airports. Martin Miguel De Guemes International Airport sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport.
The return flight from Salta (SLA) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 75° (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 Martin Miguel De Guemes International Airport (SLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.