RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
4,680 km
2,908 miles
SLI
Solwesi
Zambia
Distance
4,680 km
2,908 mi / 2,527 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
210°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

RUH SLI
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Solwesi Airport
IATA Code RUH SLI
ICAO Code OERK FLSW
City Riyadh Solwesi
Country Saudi Arabia Zambia
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 2,049 ft 4,551 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 -12.170000, 26.370000

Riyadh (RUH) to Solwesi (SLI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Solwesi Airport (SLI) in Solwesi, Zambia is 4,680 kilometers (2,908 miles / 2,527 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.

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 Zambia. 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 03:08 in Riyadh, it's 02:08 in Solwesi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,502 feet between the two airports. Solwesi Airport sits higher than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Solwesi (SLI) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 28° (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 Solwesi Airport (SLI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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