RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
2,890 km
1,796 miles
UAS
Samburu South
Kenya
Distance
2,890 km
1,796 mi / 1,560 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
201°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

RUH UAS
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Samburu South Airport
IATA Code RUH UAS
ICAO Code OERK HKSB
City Riyadh Samburu South
Country Saudi Arabia Kenya
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 2,049 ft 3,295 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 0.530000, 37.530000

Riyadh (RUH) to Samburu South (UAS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Samburu South Airport (UAS) in Samburu South, Kenya is 2,890 kilometers (1,796 miles / 1,560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southwest at a heading of 201°.

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 Kenya. 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 14:46 in Riyadh, it's 14:46 in Samburu South.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,246 feet between the two airports. Samburu South Airport sits higher than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Samburu South (UAS) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 19° (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 Samburu South Airport (UAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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