Airport Comparison
| NML | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | NML | RUH |
| ICAO Code | CER4 | OERK |
| City | Fort McMurray | Riyadh |
| Country | Canada | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Edmonton | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 1,046 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 57.060000, -111.570000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Fort McMurray (NML) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport (NML) in Fort McMurray, Canada to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 10,670 kilometers (6,630 miles / 5,761 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.
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 Canada 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 23:14 in Fort McMurray, it's 09:14 in Riyadh. With a 10-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 1,003 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Fort McMurray (NML) follows a heading of 348° (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 Fort McMurray / Mildred Lake Airport (NML) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.