RAH
Rafha
Saudi Arabia
11,417 km
7,094 miles
TPA
Tampa
United States
Distance
11,417 km
7,094 mi / 6,165 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
313°
northwest

Airport Comparison

RAH TPA
Airport Name Rafha Domestic Airport Tampa International Airport
IATA Code RAH TPA
ICAO Code OERF KTPA
City Rafha Tampa
Country Saudi Arabia United States
Timezone Asia/Riyadh America/New_York
Elevation 1,474 ft 26 ft
Coordinates 29.630000, 43.490000 27.980000, -82.530000

Rafha (RAH) to Tampa (TPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 11,417 kilometers (7,094 miles / 6,165 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:44 in Rafha, it's 02:44 in Tampa. 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 1,448 feet between the two airports. Tampa International Airport sits lower than Rafha Domestic Airport.

The return flight from Tampa (TPA) to Rafha (RAH) follows a heading of 46° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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