RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
4,428 km
2,751 miles
VXC
Lichinga
Mozambique
Distance
4,428 km
2,751 mi / 2,391 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
198°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

RUH VXC
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Lichinga Airport
IATA Code RUH VXC
ICAO Code OERK FQLC
City Riyadh Lichinga
Country Saudi Arabia Mozambique
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Africa/Maputo
Elevation 2,049 ft 4,505 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 -13.270000, 35.270000

Riyadh (RUH) to Lichinga (VXC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Lichinga Airport (VXC) in Lichinga, Mozambique is 4,428 kilometers (2,751 miles / 2,391 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southwest at a heading of 198°.

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 Mozambique. 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 21:16 in Riyadh, it's 20:16 in Lichinga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,456 feet between the two airports. Lichinga Airport sits higher than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Lichinga (VXC) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 16° (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 Lichinga Airport (VXC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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