RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
5,294 km
3,290 miles
VFA
Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe
Distance
5,294 km
3,290 mi / 2,859 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
207°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

RUH VFA
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Victoria Falls International Airport
IATA Code RUH VFA
ICAO Code OERK FVFA
City Riyadh Victoria Falls
Country Saudi Arabia Zimbabwe
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Africa/Harare
Elevation 2,049 ft 3,490 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 -18.100000, 25.840000

Riyadh (RUH) to Victoria Falls (VFA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe is 5,294 kilometers (3,290 miles / 2,859 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.

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 Zimbabwe. 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 00:05 in Riyadh, it's 23:05 in Victoria Falls.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,441 feet between the two airports. Victoria Falls International Airport sits higher than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Victoria Falls (VFA) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 26° (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 Victoria Falls International Airport (VFA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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