Mukalla to Sanaa flights
Sanaa lies 536 km (333 mi) west of Mukalla, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 26 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.
| Mukalla | Sanaa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Yemen | Yemen |
| Population | 594,951 | 1.9 million |
| Elevation | 39 m (128 ft) | 2,253 m (7,392 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Aden) | UTC+3 (Asia/Aden) |
| Nearest large airport | RIY, 30 km out | SAH, 14 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Mukalla
Mukalla is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Riyan International Airport (RIY), 30 km (19 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,843 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Sanaa
Sanaa is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Sanaa International Airport (SAH), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 10,669-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sanaa International Airport | SAH | 14 km (9 mi) | 10,669 ft | 7,216 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sanaa from Mukalla?
536 km (333 mi) in a straight line, west of Mukalla.
How long does it take to get from Mukalla to Sanaa by air?
About 1 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mukalla and Sanaa?
No, both are on Asia/Aden at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mukalla to Sanaa flights?
Typically Riyan International Airport (RIY) to Sanaa International Airport (SAH).
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.