Distance from Lusaka to Riyadh
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How far is Lusaka from Riyadh?
Lusaka (Zambia) and Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) are very far apart: 4,866 km in a straight line, that is 3,024 miles or 2,628 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.
From Lusaka, Riyadh lies to the north-east (initial bearing 24°). The route crosses from Zambia into Saudi Arabia. The halfway point is at 4.7009°, 37.2291°.
A direct flight would take about 6 h 35 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Lusaka from Riyadh?
The straight-line distance between Lusaka and Riyadh is 4,866 km (3,024 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.
In which direction is Riyadh from Lusaka?
Riyadh is to the north-east of Lusaka, at an initial bearing of 24°.
How long is the flight from Lusaka to Riyadh?
A direct flight would take about 6 h 35 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.