The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to General Ulpiano Paez Airport (SNC) in Salinas, Ecuador is 13,872 kilometers (8,620 miles / 7,490 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 Saudi Arabia with Ecuador. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:49 in Riyadh, it's 15:49 in Salinas. 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 2,031 feet between the two airports. General Ulpiano Paez Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Salinas (SNC) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 61° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the King Khaled International Airport (RUH) and General Ulpiano Paez Airport (SNC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.