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Distance from Riyadh to Nantes

Straight line

4,917 km
3,055 mi · 2,655 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 39 min

Direction

NW 313°
initial bearing

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How far is Riyadh from Nantes?

Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) and Nantes (France) are very far apart: 4,917 km in a straight line, that is 3,055 miles or 2,655 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Riyadh, Nantes lies to the north-west (initial bearing 313°). The route crosses from Saudi Arabia into France. The halfway point is at 38.4181°, 26.2881°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 39 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 Nantes?

The straight-line distance between Riyadh and Nantes is 4,917 km (3,055 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nantes from Riyadh?

Nantes is to the north-west of Riyadh, at an initial bearing of 313°.

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Nantes?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 39 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.