Airport Comparison
| JED | OFK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Abdulaziz International Airport | Norfolk Regional/Karl Stefan Memorial Field |
| IATA Code | JED | OFK |
| ICAO Code | OEJN | KOFK |
| City | Jeddah | Norfolk |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 48 ft | 1,573 ft |
| Coordinates | 21.680000, 39.160000 | 41.990000, -97.440000 |
Jeddah (JED) to Norfolk (OFK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Norfolk Regional/Karl Stefan Memorial Field (OFK) in Norfolk, United States is 11,648 kilometers (7,238 miles / 6,290 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.
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 04:29 in Jeddah, it's 19:29 in Norfolk. 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 1,525 feet between the two airports. Norfolk Regional/Karl Stefan Memorial Field sits higher than King Abdulaziz International Airport.
The return flight from Norfolk (OFK) to Jeddah (JED) follows a heading of 41° (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 Norfolk Regional/Karl Stefan Memorial Field (OFK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.