Distance from Addis Ababa to Soweto
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How far is Addis Ababa from Soweto?
Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) and Soweto (South Africa) are very far apart: 4,078 km in a straight line, that is 2,534 miles or 2,202 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.
From Addis Ababa, Soweto lies to the south (initial bearing 196°). The route crosses from Ethiopia into South Africa. The halfway point is at -8.6598°, 33.5661°.
A direct flight would take about 5 h 36 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Addis Ababa from Soweto?
The straight-line distance between Addis Ababa and Soweto is 4,078 km (2,534 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.
In which direction is Soweto from Addis Ababa?
Soweto is to the south of Addis Ababa, at an initial bearing of 196°.
How long is the flight from Addis Ababa to Soweto?
A direct flight would take about 5 h 36 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.
How is the distance calculated?
The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.