Sabha to Benghazi flights
Benghazi lies 785 km (488 mi) north-east of Sabha, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 45 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Sabha | Benghazi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Libya | Libya |
| Population | 149,329 | 757,490 |
| Elevation | 421 m (1,381 ft) | 3 m (10 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) | UTC+2 (Africa/Tripoli) |
| Nearest large airport | SEB, 6 km out | BEN, 19 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Sabha
Sabha is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sabha Airport (SEB), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, whose 11,778-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Benghazi
Benghazi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Benina International Airport (BEN), 19 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 11,732-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benina International Airport | BEN | 19 km (12 mi) | 11,732 ft | 433 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Benghazi from Sabha?
785 km (488 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Sabha.
How long does it take to get from Sabha to Benghazi by air?
About 1 h 45 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sabha and Benghazi?
No, both are on Africa/Tripoli at the moment.
Which airports are used for Sabha to Benghazi flights?
Typically Sabha Airport (SEB) to Benina International Airport (BEN).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.