The flight distance from Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) in Ruidoso, United States to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 11,637 kilometers (7,231 miles / 6,283 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

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 United States with Israel. 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 17:35 in Ruidoso, it's 02:35 in Tel Aviv. 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 6,679 feet between the two airports. Ben Gurion International Airport sits lower than Sierra Blanca Regional Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Ruidoso (RUI) follows a heading of 327° (north 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 Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.