Airport Comparison
| ARC | JED | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Arctic Village Airport | King Abdulaziz International Airport |
| IATA Code | ARC | JED |
| ICAO Code | PARC | OEJN |
| City | Arctic Village | Jeddah |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 2,092 ft | 48 ft |
| Coordinates | 68.110000, -145.580000 | 21.680000, 39.160000 |
Arctic Village (ARC) to Jeddah (JED) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Arctic Village Airport (ARC) in Arctic Village, United States to King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is 10,023 kilometers (6,228 miles / 5,412 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north at a heading of 356°.
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 03:38 in Arctic Village, it's 15:38 in Jeddah. With a 12-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 2,044 feet between the two airports. King Abdulaziz International Airport sits lower than Arctic Village Airport.
The return flight from Jeddah (JED) to Arctic Village (ARC) follows a heading of 2° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Arctic Village Airport (ARC) and King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.