MBQ
Mbarara
Uganda
3,325 km
2,066 miles
RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
Distance
3,325 km
2,066 mi / 1,795 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Kampala
Heading
30°
north northeast

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Airport Comparison

MBQ RUH
Airport Name Mbarara Airport King Khaled International Airport
IATA Code MBQ RUH
ICAO Code HUMA OERK
City Mbarara Riyadh
Country Uganda Saudi Arabia
Timezone Africa/Kampala Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 4,600 ft 2,049 ft
Coordinates -0.560000, 30.600000 24.960000, 46.700000

Mbarara (MBQ) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Mbarara Airport (MBQ) in Mbarara, Uganda to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 3,325 kilometers (2,066 miles / 1,795 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north northeast at a heading of 30°.

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 Uganda 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 03:34 in Mbarara, it's 03:34 in Riyadh.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,551 feet between the two airports. King Khaled International Airport sits lower than Mbarara Airport.

The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Mbarara (MBQ) follows a heading of 214° (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 Mbarara Airport (MBQ) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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