The flight distance from Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) in Rio Grande, Argentina to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,811 kilometers (8,582 miles / 7,457 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 94°.

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 10:00 in Rio Grande, it's 16:00 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 1,984 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Hermes Quijada International Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Rio Grande (RGA) follows a heading of 221° (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 Hermes Quijada International Airport (RGA) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.