Airport Comparison
| MCS | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Monte Caseros Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | MCS | RUH |
| ICAO Code | SARM | OERK |
| City | Monte Caseros | Riyadh |
| Country | Argentina | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Cordoba | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 170 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -30.270000, -57.640000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Monte Caseros (MCS) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Monte Caseros Airport (MCS) in Monte Caseros, Argentina to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 12,676 kilometers (7,876 miles / 6,844 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 74°.
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 Argentina with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 17:03 in Monte Caseros, it's 23:03 in Riyadh. 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 1,879 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Monte Caseros Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Monte Caseros (MCS) follows a heading of 246° (west southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Monte Caseros Airport (MCS) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.