Airport Comparison
| RGL | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | RGL | RUH |
| ICAO Code | SAWG | OERK |
| City | Rio Gallegos | Riyadh |
| Country | Argentina | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 61 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -51.610000, -69.310000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Rio Gallegos (RGL) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) in Rio Gallegos, Argentina to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,931 kilometers (8,656 miles / 7,522 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 93°.
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 12:30 in Rio Gallegos, it's 18:30 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 1,988 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Rio Gallegos (RGL) follows a heading of 223° (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 Piloto Civil N. Fernandez Airport (RGL) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.