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Distance from Utrecht to Riyadh

Straight line

4,636 km
2,881 mi · 2,503 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 18 min

Direction

ESE 115°
initial bearing

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How far is Utrecht from Riyadh?

Utrecht (Netherlands) and Riyadh (Saudi Arabia) are very far apart: 4,636 km in a straight line, that is 2,881 miles or 2,503 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Utrecht, Riyadh lies to the south-east (initial bearing 115°). The route crosses from Netherlands into Saudi Arabia. The halfway point is at 40.2061°, 30.1186°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 18 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 Utrecht from Riyadh?

The straight-line distance between Utrecht and Riyadh is 4,636 km (2,881 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Riyadh from Utrecht?

Riyadh is to the south-east of Utrecht, at an initial bearing of 115°.

How long is the flight from Utrecht to Riyadh?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 18 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.