How long is the flight from Ruidoso to Isla Rey Jorge?
The great-circle distance between Ruidoso and Isla Rey Jorge is 11,421 km (6,167 nautical miles). By private jet the flight takes between 13h 54m and 31h 14m block time depending on the aircraft class. For most travellers a Ultra long range jet fits: it covers the route nonstop in about 13h 54m.
- Light jet: 22h 34m (with 4 fuel stops)
- Midsize jet: 19h 57m (with 3 fuel stops)
- Super midsize jet: 17h 42m (with 2 fuel stops)
- Heavy jet: 16h 01m (with one fuel stop)
- Ultra long range jet: 13h 54m (nonstop)
Empty legs and aircraft on the Ruidoso – Isla Rey Jorge route
Over the last 18 months we recorded 3 empty legs from Ruidoso to Isla Rey Jorge. The most frequent aircraft were Learjet 60. Most flights operate from Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (KSRR) to Teniente Rodolfo Marsh Martin Base (SCRM).
Range and fuel stops
Not every jet can fly every route nonstop. With reserves, light jets reach about 2,800 km, super midsize jets around 5,500 km and ultra long range jets more than 11,000 km. If the destination is further away, the operator plans a fuel stop of roughly 45 minutes.
For transatlantic flights or routes to Asia the larger class often pays off: it costs more per hour but saves stops and therefore time.
- Turboprop / PC-12: up to approx. 2,200–2,800 km
- Light jet: up to approx. 2,800 km
- Midsize jet: up to approx. 3,700 km
- Super midsize jet: up to approx. 5,500 km
- Heavy jet: up to approx. 7,000 km
- Ultra long range: 11,000 km and more
Calculating the distance between airports
We calculate distance as the great-circle distance — the shortest path over the globe — and also show it in nautical miles, the standard unit in aviation. Because aircraft follow airways and approach procedures, the distance actually flown is slightly longer; the flight time already includes this.
How we calculate
- Distance: great-circle calculation from both airports’ coordinates, plus 5% for airways and approach procedures.
- Flight time: distance flown divided by the class’s typical cruise speed, plus 15 minutes for climb and descent and 10 minutes of taxi per take-off and landing.
- Fuel stops: added once the route exceeds practical range with reserves, 45 minutes on the ground per stop.
- Wind is not included. Strong headwinds (typically westbound across the Atlantic) can add 10–15% to flight time; tailwinds shorten it.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a private jet flight from Ruidoso to Isla Rey Jorge take?
About 13h 54m in a Ultra long range jet and 13h 54m in the fastest jet (Ultra long range jet). Wind and air traffic control can change this by a few minutes.
How far is it from Ruidoso to Isla Rey Jorge?
The great-circle distance is 11,421 km or 6,167 nautical miles. The distance flown is about 5% longer because of airways.
Can a light jet fly Ruidoso – Isla Rey Jorge nonstop?
No, a light jet would need 4 fuel stops and about 22h 34m in total. Nonstop flights start with a Ultra long range jet (13h 54m).
How much is a private jet from Ruidoso to Isla Rey Jorge?
A one-way charter in a Ultra long range jet costs roughly €217,100 to €420,000 for the whole aircraft. Empty legs on this route recently had a median price of €72,500.