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Distance from Kota Bharu to Riyadh

Straight line

6,256 km
3,887 mi · 3,378 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 19 min

Direction

WNW 296°
initial bearing

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How far is Kota Bharu from Riyadh?

Kota Bharu (Malaysia) and Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) are very far apart: 6,256 km in a straight line, that is 3,887 miles or 3,378 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kota Bharu, Riyadh lies to the north-west (initial bearing 296°). The route crosses from Malaysia into Saudi Arabia. The halfway point is at 17.2917°, 75.8405°.

A direct flight would take about 8 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 Kota Bharu from Riyadh?

The straight-line distance between Kota Bharu and Riyadh is 6,256 km (3,887 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Riyadh from Kota Bharu?

Riyadh is to the north-west of Kota Bharu, at an initial bearing of 296°.

How long is the flight from Kota Bharu to Riyadh?

A direct flight would take about 8 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.