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Airport Comparison
| PZB | RUH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Pietermaritzburg Airport | King Khaled International Airport |
| IATA Code | PZB | RUH |
| ICAO Code | FAPM | OERK |
| City | Pietermaritzburg | Riyadh |
| Country | South Africa | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 2,423 ft | 2,049 ft |
| Coordinates | -29.650000, 30.400000 | 24.960000, 46.700000 |
Pietermaritzburg (PZB) to Riyadh (RUH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa to King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 6,317 kilometers (3,925 miles / 3,411 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northeast at a heading of 18°.
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 South Africa 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 23:14 in Pietermaritzburg, it's 00:14 in Riyadh.
The return flight from Riyadh (RUH) to Pietermaritzburg (PZB) follows a heading of 197° (south 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 Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) and King Khaled International Airport (RUH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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