Airport Comparison
| PQI | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Presque Isle International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | PQI | RUH |
| ICAO Code | KPQI | OERK |
| City | Presque Isle | Riyadh |
| Country | United States | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/New_York | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 534 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 46.690000, -68.040000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Presque Isle (PQI) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Presque Isle International Airport (PQI) in Presque Isle, United States to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 9,709 kilometers (6,033 miles / 5,243 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.
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 06:42 in Presque Isle, it's 14:42 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 1,515 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Presque Isle International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Presque Isle (PQI) follows a heading of 321° (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 Presque Isle International Airport (PQI) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.