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Distance from Riyadh to Maputo

Straight line

5,807 km
3,608 mi · 3,136 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 46 min

Direction

SSW 196°
initial bearing

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How far is Riyadh from Maputo?

Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) and Maputo (Mozambique) are very far apart: 5,807 km in a straight line, that is 3,608 miles or 3,136 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Riyadh, Maputo lies to the south (initial bearing 196°). The route crosses from Saudi Arabia into Mozambique. The halfway point is at -0.6438°, 39.6900°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 46 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 Riyadh from Maputo?

The straight-line distance between Riyadh and Maputo is 5,807 km (3,608 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Maputo from Riyadh?

Maputo is to the south of Riyadh, at an initial bearing of 196°.

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Maputo?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 46 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.