The flight distance from Kaltag Airport (KAL) in Kaltag, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 9,845 kilometers (6,117 miles / 5,316 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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 12:50 in Kaltag, it's 00:50 in Riyadh. With a 12-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 1,868 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Kaltag Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Kaltag (KAL) follows a heading of 11° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kaltag Airport (KAL) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.