Airport Comparison
| PBI | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Palm Beach International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | PBI | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KPBI | OERK |
| City | West Palm Beach | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 20 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 26.680000, -80.100000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
West Palm Beach (PBI) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) in West Palm Beach, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 11,921 kilometers (7,407 miles / 6,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.
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 United States 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 00:07 in West Palm Beach, it's 08:07 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 2,029 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Palm Beach International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to West Palm Beach (PBI) follows a heading of 311° (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 Palm Beach International Airport (PBI) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.