Airport Comparison
| PMY | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | El Tehuelche Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | PMY | RUH |
| ICAO Code | SAVY | OERK |
| City | Puerto Madryn | Riyadh |
| Country | Argentina | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Catamarca | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 427 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -42.760000, -65.100000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Puerto Madryn (PMY) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from El Tehuelche Airport (PMY) in Puerto Madryn, Argentina to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,594 kilometers (8,447 miles / 7,340 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 84°.
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 17:35 in Puerto Madryn, it's 23:35 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 1,622 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than El Tehuelche Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Puerto Madryn (PMY) follows a heading of 234° (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 El Tehuelche Airport (PMY) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.