Airport Comparison
| MVW | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Skagit Regional Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | MVW | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KBVS | OERK |
| City | Burlington/Mount Vernon | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 145 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 48.470000, -122.420000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Burlington/Mount Vernon (MVW) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Skagit Regional Airport (MVW) in Burlington/Mount Vernon, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,778 kilometers (7,319 miles / 6,360 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 10°.
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 20:16 in Burlington/Mount Vernon, it's 07:16 in Riyadh. With a 11-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 1,904 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Skagit Regional Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Burlington/Mount Vernon (MVW) follows a heading of 353° (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 Skagit Regional Airport (MVW) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.