EMP
Emporia
United States
11,985 km
7,447 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
11,985 km
7,447 mi / 6,471 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+9h
America/Chicago
Heading
35°
northeast

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EMP RUH
Airport Name Emporia Municipal Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code EMP RUH
ICAO Code KEMP OERK
City Emporia Riyadh
Country United States Saudi Arabia
Timezone America/Chicago Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 1,208 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates 38.330000, -96.190000 24.960000, 46.700000

Emporia (EMP) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Emporia Municipal Airport (EMP) in Emporia, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,985 kilometers (7,447 miles / 6,471 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 35°.

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 14:25 in Emporia, it's 23:25 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 Emporia (EMP) follows a heading of 330° (north 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 Emporia Municipal Airport (EMP) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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