Airport Comparison
| RUH | ULA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Khaled International Airport | Capitan D Daniel Vazquez Airport |
| IATA Code | RUH | ULA |
| ICAO Code | OERK | SAWJ |
| City | Riyadh | San Julian |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos |
| Elevation | 2,049 ft | 203 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.960000, 46.700000 | -49.310000, -67.800000 |
Riyadh (RUH) to San Julian (ULA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Capitan D Daniel Vazquez Airport (ULA) in San Julian, Argentina is 13,834 kilometers (8,596 miles / 7,470 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:53 in Riyadh, it's 17:53 in San Julian. With a 6-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 1,846 feet between the two airports. Capitan D Daniel Vazquez Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.
The return flight from San Julian (ULA) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 91° (east). 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 Capitan D Daniel Vazquez Airport (ULA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.