FRW
Francistown
Botswana
5,533 km
3,438 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
5,533 km
3,438 mi / 2,988 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Gaborone
Heading
23°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

FRW RUH
Airport Name Francistown Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code FRW RUH
ICAO Code FBFT OERK
City Francistown Riyadh
Country Botswana Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Gaborone Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 3,283 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates -21.160000, 27.470000 24.960000, 46.700000

Francistown (FRW) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Francistown Airport (FRW) in Francistown, Botswana to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 5,533 kilometers (3,438 miles / 2,988 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 23°.

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 Botswana 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 04:06 in Francistown, it's 05:06 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,234 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Francistown Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Francistown (FRW) follows a heading of 204° (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 Francistown Airport (FRW) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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