Airport Comparison
| POF | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Poplar Bluff Regional Business Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | POF | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KPOF | OERK |
| City | Poplar Bluff | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Chicago | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 331 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 36.770000, -90.320000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Poplar Bluff (POF) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Poplar Bluff Regional Business Airport (POF) in Poplar Bluff, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,807 kilometers (7,337 miles / 6,375 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.
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 00:19 in Poplar Bluff, it's 09:19 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 1,718 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Poplar Bluff Regional Business Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Poplar Bluff (POF) follows a heading of 325° (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 Poplar Bluff Regional Business Airport (POF) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.