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Distance from San Jose to Riyadh

Straight line

13,036 km
8,100 mi · 7,039 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 16 h 48 min

Direction

NNE 12°
initial bearing

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How far is San Jose from Riyadh?

San Jose (United States) and Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) are very far apart: 13,036 km in a straight line, that is 8,100 miles or 7,039 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From San Jose, Riyadh lies to the north (initial bearing 12°). The route crosses from United States into Saudi Arabia. The halfway point is at 78.7756°, -3.8161°.

A direct flight would take about 16 h 48 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 San Jose from Riyadh?

The straight-line distance between San Jose and Riyadh is 13,036 km (8,100 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Riyadh from San Jose?

Riyadh is to the north of San Jose, at an initial bearing of 12°.

How long is the flight from San Jose to Riyadh?

A direct flight would take about 16 h 48 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.