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Home/Distance/Asmara to Riyadh

Distance from Asmara to Riyadh

The straight-line distance from Asmara, Eritrea to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is 1,321 km (821 miles).Riyadh is NE of Asmara.

Distance (km)

1,321

straight line

Distance (miles)

821

straight line

Flight Time

2 hr 12 min

estimated direct

Direction

NE

37° bearing

Transport Comparison: Asmara to Riyadh

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight2 hr 12 min1,321 kmDirect flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed
Driving21 hr 30 min~1,717 kmAvg 80 km/h, +30% route factor

All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.

Asmara to Riyadh: Key Details

FromAsmara, Eritrea
ToRiyadh, Saudi Arabia
Straight-line Distance1,321 km (821 miles)
Bearing37° (NE)
Coordinates (Asmara)15.3229°, 38.9251°
Coordinates (Riyadh)24.7136°, 46.6753°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Asmara from Riyadh?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Asmara to Riyadh is 1,321 km (821 miles). Riyadh is NE of Asmara.

How long is the flight from Asmara to Riyadh?

A direct flight from Asmara to Riyadh takes approximately 2 hr 12 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

How long does it take to drive from Asmara to Riyadh?

Driving from Asmara to Riyadh takes approximately 21 hr 30 min. This estimate assumes an average speed of 80 km/h with a 30% route factor for indirect roads. Actual time will vary based on road conditions, traffic, and the specific route taken.

What direction is Riyadh from Asmara?

Riyadh is NE (37 degrees) from Asmara.

What is the distance from Riyadh to Asmara?

The distance from Riyadh to Asmara is the same: 1,321 km (821 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.

Other Distance Calculations

Riyadh to Baghdad982 kmRiyadh to Tehran1,301 kmRiyadh to Cairo1,634 kmAsmara to Cairo1,816 kmRiyadh to Karachi2,050 kmAsmara to Baghdad2,074 kmRiyadh to Ankara2,127 kmRiyadh to Istanbul2,443 kmAsmara to Tehran2,581 kmRiyadh to Mumbai2,770 km

Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.

Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.