Rhodes to Suez Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Rhodes, Greece to Suez, Egypt. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance: 477.4 nm; nautical miles
Under Sail: 4 days; at 5 knots
Under Power: 48 hours; at 10 knots
Best Time: May-October; Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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Distance: 477.4 nautical miles

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This map shows the direct sea route from Rhodes to Suez. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a near-direct coastal passage: the navigable route runs 7% longer than the 445 nm direct line, its heading turning from north-northeast to south. It is an international crossing between two countries. Transiting the Suez Canal.

Sea distance: 477.4 nm (884.2 km)
Direct line: 445 nm7% longer
Great-circle bearing: 150° (south-southeast)
Sea area: Mediterranean Sea
Geographic extent: 6.5° × 4.3°
Crossing: Cross-border · Same region
Transits: Suez Canal
From: Rhodes (Greece) 36.4349, 28.2174
To: Suez (Egypt) 29.9668, 32.5498
Route basis: Sea-lane route

Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speed	Duration
5 kn	4 days
8 kn	2.5 days
10 kn	48 hours
12 kn	40 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

Named transits are identified from the sea-lane waypoint path.

Read the methodology — How we calculate sea distances

Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Rhodes to Suez Route

Linking Rhodes and Suez, this multi-day coastal international crossing serving a major port and an island destination sits in the Mediterranean region — a passage shaped by local seasonal winds that vary by area — check a current marine forecast before departure.

The lane links Rhodes (Greece) and Suez (Egypt), within the same maritime region.

Navigation Tips

•A multi-day coastal international passage in the Mediterranean region typically requires planning for local seasonal winds that vary by area — check a current marine forecast before departure.
•A multi-day coastal leg in Mediterranean benefits from waypoint planning and verified fuel availability.
•Confirm operating hours and clearance procedures for this international crossing within the same maritime region, since rules vary by port.
•Verify that emergency equipment matches the demands of a multi-day coastal leg in Mediterranean.
•Documentation requirements differ for international passages within the same maritime region; verify cruising permits in advance.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Rhodes to Suez by sea?

Approximately 477.4 nautical miles separate Rhodes and Suez by sea, making this a multi-day coastal leg in Mediterranean.

How long does it take to sail from Rhodes to Suez?

Expect about 2 days – 4 days for a multi-day coastal run of 477.4 nautical miles within the same maritime region.

What's the best time to sail from Rhodes to Suez?

Peak sailing season here is May-October; year-round, Mediterranean routes contend with local seasonal winds that vary by area — check a current marine forecast before departure.

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