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Distance from Kathmandu to Riyadh

Straight line

3,857 km
2,397 mi · 2,083 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 19 min

Direction

W 274°
initial bearing

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How far is Kathmandu from Riyadh?

Kathmandu (Nepal) and Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) are very far apart: 3,857 km in a straight line, that is 2,397 miles or 2,083 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kathmandu, Riyadh lies to the west (initial bearing 274°). The route crosses from Nepal into Saudi Arabia. The halfway point is at 27.5300°, 65.7616°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 19 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Kathmandu from Riyadh?

The straight-line distance between Kathmandu and Riyadh is 3,857 km (2,397 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Riyadh from Kathmandu?

Riyadh is to the west of Kathmandu, at an initial bearing of 274°.

How long is the flight from Kathmandu to Riyadh?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 19 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.