Airport Comparison
| JED | NQX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Abdulaziz International Airport | Key West Nas (Boca Chica Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | JED | NQX |
| ICAO Code | OEJN | KNQX |
| City | Jeddah | Key West |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 48 ft | 6 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.680000, 39.160000 | 24.570000, -81.690000 |
Jeddah (JED) to Key West (NQX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Key West Nas (Boca Chica Field) Airport (NQX) in Key West, United States is 11,814 kilometers (7,341 miles / 6,379 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 10:45 in Jeddah, it's 02:45 in Key West. 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.
The return flight from Key West (NQX) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 56° (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 Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) and Key West Nas (Boca Chica Field) Airport (NQX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.