Airport Comparison
| RKH | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Rock Hill/York County/Bryant Field | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | RKH | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KUZA | OERK |
| City | Rock Hill | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 666 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 34.990000, -81.060000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Rock Hill (RKH) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Rock Hill/York County/Bryant Field (RKH) in Rock Hill, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,374 kilometers (7,067 miles / 6,141 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.
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 12:01 in Rock Hill, it's 20:01 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 1,383 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Rock Hill/York County/Bryant Field.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Rock Hill (RKH) follows a heading of 318° (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 Rock Hill/York County/Bryant Field (RKH) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.