Airport Comparison
| RUH | UZU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | King Khaled International Airport | Curuzu Cuatia Airport |
| IATA Code | RUH | UZU |
| ICAO Code | OERK | SATU |
| City | Riyadh | Curuzu Cuatia |
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Argentina |
| Timezone | Asia/Riyadh | America/Argentina/Cordoba |
| Elevation | 2,049 ft | 229 ft |
| Coordinates | 24.960000, 46.700000 | -29.770000, -57.980000 |
Riyadh (RUH) to Curuzu Cuatia (UZU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Curuzu Cuatia Airport (UZU) in Curuzu Cuatia, Argentina is 12,692 kilometers (7,886 miles / 6,853 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying west southwest at a heading of 247°.
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 08:10 in Riyadh, it's 02:10 in Curuzu Cuatia. 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 1,820 feet between the two airports. Curuzu Cuatia Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.
The return flight from Curuzu Cuatia (UZU) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 74° (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 Curuzu Cuatia Airport (UZU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.