RCR
Rochester
United States
11,212 km
6,967 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
11,212 km
6,967 mi / 6,054 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+8h
America/Indiana/Indianapolis
Heading
43°
northeast

Airport Comparison

RCR RUH
Airport Name Fulton County Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code RCR RUH
ICAO Code KRCR OERK
City Rochester Riyadh
Country United States Saudi Arabia
Timezone America/Indiana/Indianapolis Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 790 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 41.070000, -86.180000 24.960000, 46.700000

Rochester (RCR) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Fulton County Airport (RCR) in Rochester, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,212 kilometers (6,967 miles / 6,054 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 23:04 in Rochester, it's 07:04 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 1,260 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Fulton County Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Rochester (RCR) follows a heading of 326° (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 Fulton County Airport (RCR) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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