Distance from Riyadh to São Tomé

The distance between Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and São Tomé, Sao Tome and Principe is 5,081 km (3,157 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 6351 km (3946 miles) by car — around 79 h 23 min of driving.

Measure Value
Straight-line distance 5,081 km / 3,157 mi
Road distance (estimate) ≈ 6351 km / 3946 mi
Driving time (estimate) ≈ 79 h 23 min
Flight time (estimate) ≈ 6 h 29 min

Road distance and travel times are estimates based on the straight-line distance (road factor 1.25, average speed 80 km/h) — actual routes vary.

Place Latitude Longitude
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 24.69497 46.72413
São Tomé, Sao Tome and Principe 0.3363081 6.7342377

Frequently asked questions

How far is São Tomé from Riyadh?

The straight-line (air) distance from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to São Tomé, Sao Tome and Principe is 5,081 km (3,157 miles). By road it is roughly 6351 km (3946 miles), depending on the route.

How long does it take to drive from Riyadh to São Tomé?

Approximately 79 h 23 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 6351 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.

How long is the flight from Riyadh to São Tomé?

A direct flight covers 5,081 km in about 6 h 29 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.

How do I calculate distances for a whole list of locations?

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