RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
7,115 km
4,421 miles
SDB
Langebaanweg
South Africa
Distance
7,115 km
4,421 mi / 3,842 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
206°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

RUH SDB
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Langebaanweg Airport
IATA Code RUH SDB
ICAO Code OERK FALW
City Riyadh Langebaanweg
Country Saudi Arabia South Africa
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 2,049 ft 108 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 -32.970000, 18.160000

Riyadh (RUH) to Langebaanweg (SDB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Langebaanweg Airport (SDB) in Langebaanweg, South Africa is 7,115 kilometers (4,421 miles / 3,842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:44 in Riyadh, it's 16:44 in Langebaanweg.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,941 feet between the two airports. Langebaanweg Airport sits lower than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Langebaanweg (SDB) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 29° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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