MGC
Michigan City
United States
11,196 km
6,957 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
11,196 km
6,957 mi / 6,045 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Chicago
Heading
42°
northeast

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MGC RUH
Airport Name Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code MGC RUH
ICAO Code KMGC OERK
City Michigan City Riyadh
Country United States Saudi Arabia
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 655 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 41.700000, -86.820000 24.960000, 46.700000

Michigan City (MGC) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) in Michigan City, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,196 kilometers (6,957 miles / 6,045 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 15:15 in Michigan City, it's 00:15 in Riyadh. With a 9-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 1,394 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Michigan City (MGC) follows a heading of 327° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Michigan City Municipal-Phillips Field (MGC) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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