The flight distance from Key West Nas (Boca Chica Field) Airport (NQX) in Key West, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 12,195 kilometers (7,577 miles / 6,585 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 09:09 in Key West, it's 17:09 in Riyadh. With a 8-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 2,043 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Key West Nas (Boca Chica Field) Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Key West (NQX) follows a heading of 311° (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 Key West Nas (Boca Chica Field) Airport (NQX) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.