The flight distance from La Aurora Airport (GUA) in Guatemala City, Guatemala to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,626 kilometers (8,467 miles / 7,357 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 04:58 in Guatemala City, it's 13:58 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,903 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than La Aurora Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Guatemala City (GUA) follows a heading of 309° (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 La Aurora Airport (GUA) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.