RUH
Riyadh
Saudi Arabia
4,791 km
2,977 miles
VHC
Saurimo
Angola
Distance
4,791 km
2,977 mi / 2,587 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Asia/Riyadh
Heading
220°
southwest

Airport Comparison

RUH VHC
Airport Name King Khaled International Airport Saurimo Airport
IATA Code RUH VHC
ICAO Code OERK FNSA
City Riyadh Saurimo
Country Saudi Arabia Angola
Timezone Asia/Riyadh Africa/Luanda
Elevation 2,049 ft 3,584 ft
Coordinates 24.960000, 46.700000 -9.690000, 20.430000

Riyadh (RUH) to Saurimo (VHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to Saurimo Airport (VHC) in Saurimo, Angola is 4,791 kilometers (2,977 miles / 2,587 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying southwest at a heading of 220°.

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 Angola. 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 06:45 in Riyadh, it's 04:45 in Saurimo.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,535 feet between the two airports. Saurimo Airport sits higher than King Khaled International Airport.

The return flight from Saurimo (VHC) to Riyadh (RUH) follows a heading of 36° (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 Saurimo Airport (VHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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