The flight distance from Chiquimula Airport (CIQ) in Chiquimula, Guatemala to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,527 kilometers (8,405 miles / 7,304 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, 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 Guatemala 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 15:29 in Chiquimula, it's 00:29 in Riyadh. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Chiquimula (CIQ) follows a heading of 308° (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 Chiquimula Airport (CIQ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.