Distance from Soweto to Riyadh
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How far is Soweto from Riyadh?
Soweto (South Africa) and Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) are very far apart: 5,992 km in a straight line, that is 3,723 miles or 3,235 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.
From Soweto, Riyadh lies to the north (initial bearing 21°). The route crosses from South Africa into Saudi Arabia. The halfway point is at -0.8009°, 37.3527°.
A direct flight would take about 7 h 59 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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- Riyadh – Dubai 867 km
- Riyadh – Sharjah 879 km
- Riyadh – Baghdad 988 km
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Soweto from Riyadh?
The straight-line distance between Soweto and Riyadh is 5,992 km (3,723 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.
In which direction is Riyadh from Soweto?
Riyadh is to the north of Soweto, at an initial bearing of 21°.
How long is the flight from Soweto to Riyadh?
A direct flight would take about 7 h 59 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.