Airport Comparison
| PXM | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Puerto Escondido International Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | PXM | RUH |
| ICAO Code | MMPS | OERK |
| City | Puerto Escondido | Riyadh |
| Country | Mexico | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | America/Mexico_City | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 294 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | 15.880000, -97.090000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Puerto Escondido (PXM) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) in Puerto Escondido, Mexico to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 14,013 kilometers (8,707 miles / 7,567 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 41°.
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 Mexico 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 04:36 in Puerto Escondido, it's 13:36 in Riyadh. 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 1,755 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Puerto Escondido International Airport.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Puerto Escondido (PXM) follows a heading of 315° (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 Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.