LLE
Malelane
South Africa
5,834 km
3,625 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
5,834 km
3,625 mi / 3,150 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
17°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

LLE RUH
Airport Name Riverside Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code LLE RUH
ICAO Code FAMN OERK
City Malelane Riyadh
Country South Africa Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 1,024 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates -25.430000, 31.580000 24.960000, 46.700000

Malelane (LLE) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Riverside Airport (LLE) in Malelane, South Africa to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 5,834 kilometers (3,625 miles / 3,150 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 South Africa 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 16:34 in Malelane, it's 17:34 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,025 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits higher than Riverside Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Malelane (LLE) follows a heading of 197° (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 Riverside Airport (LLE) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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