CIP
Chipata
Zambia
4,548 km
2,826 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
4,548 km
2,826 mi / 2,456 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Lusaka
Heading
20°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CIP RUH
Airport Name Chipata Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code CIP RUH
ICAO Code FLCP OERK
City Chipata Riyadh
Country Zambia Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Lusaka Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 3,360 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates -13.560000, 32.590000 24.960000, 46.700000

Chipata (CIP) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Chipata Airport (CIP) in Chipata, Zambia to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 4,548 kilometers (2,826 miles / 2,456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 20°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Zambia with Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:16 in Chipata, it's 11:16 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,311 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Chipata Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Chipata (CIP) follows a heading of 201° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chipata Airport (CIP) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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