MBD
Mafeking
South Africa
6,084 km
3,781 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
6,084 km
3,781 mi / 3,285 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
24°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

MBD RUH
Airport Name Mmabatho International Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code MBD RUH
ICAO Code FAMM OERK
City Mafeking Riyadh
Country South Africa Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 4,181 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates -25.800000, 25.550000 24.960000, 46.700000

Mafeking (MBD) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) in Mafeking, South Africa to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 6,084 kilometers (3,781 miles / 3,285 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.

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 16:33 in Mafeking, it's 17:33 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,132 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Mmabatho International Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Mafeking (MBD) follows a heading of 203° (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 Mmabatho International Airport (MBD) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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