RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
3,482 km
2,164 miles
SHY
Shinyanga
Tanzania
Distance
3,482 km
2,164 mi / 1,880 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
206°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

RUH SHY
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Shinyanga Airport
IATA Code RUH SHY
ICAO Code OERK HTSY
City Riyadh Shinyanga
Country Saudi Arabia Tanzania
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 2,049 ft 3,800 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 -3.610000, 33.500000

Riyadh (RUH) to Shinyanga (SHY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Shinyanga Airport (SHY) in Shinyanga, Tanzania is 3,482 kilometers (2,164 miles / 1,880 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Saudi Arabia with Tanzania. 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 20:05 in Riyadh, it's 20:05 in Shinyanga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,751 feet between the two airports. Shinyanga Airport sits higher than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Shinyanga (SHY) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 23° (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 Shinyanga Airport (SHY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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