The flight distance from Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) in Manta, Ecuador to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 13,774 kilometers (8,559 miles / 7,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 Ecuador with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:28 in Manta, it's 00:28 in Riyadh. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,001 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Eloy Alfaro International Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Manta (MEC) follows a heading of 287° (west 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 Eloy Alfaro International Airport (MEC) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.