Airport Comparison
| RUH | SKB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Khaled International Airport | Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport |
| IATA Code | RUH | SKB |
| ICAO Code | OERK | TKPK |
| City | Riyadh | Basseterre |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Saint Kitts and Nevis |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/St_Kitts |
| Elevation | 2,049 ft | 170 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.960000, 46.700000 | 17.310000, -62.720000 |
Riyadh (RUH) to Basseterre (SKB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) in Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis is 11,046 kilometers (6,863 miles / 5,964 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.
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 Saint Kitts and Nevis. 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 12:34 in Riyadh, it's 05:34 in Basseterre. With a 7-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 1,879 feet between the two airports. Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.
The return flight from Basseterre (SKB) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 60° (east 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 King Khaled International Airport (RUH) and Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport (SKB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.