Airport Comparison
Leigh Creek Airport (LGH) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Leigh Creek Airport (LGH) in Leigh Creek Airport, Australia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,541 kilometers (7,171 miles / 6,232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.
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 Australia with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:14 in Leigh Creek Airport, it's 11:44 in Riyadh. With a 7.5-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 1,193 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Leigh Creek Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Leigh Creek Airport (LGH) follows a heading of 118° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Leigh Creek Airport (LGH) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.