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Distance from Algiers to Lagos

Straight line

3,353 km
2,084 mi · 1,811 NM

By road

4,204 km
2,612 mi

Travel time

71 h 21 min
flight ≈ 4 h 41 min

Direction

S 179°
initial bearing

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How far is Algiers from Lagos?

Algiers (Algeria) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 3,353 km in a straight line, that is 2,084 miles or 1,811 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Algiers to Lagos is 4,204 km (2,612 miles), about 71 h 21 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 25% longer than the straight line.

From Algiers, Lagos lies to the south (initial bearing 179°). The route crosses from Algeria into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 21.5932°, 3.2575°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 41 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Algiers from Lagos?

By road it is 4,204 km (2,612 miles) from Algiers to Lagos; in a straight line it is 3,353 km (2,084 miles).

How long is the drive from Algiers to Lagos?

About 71 h 21 min on the fastest route (4,204 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Lagos from Algiers?

Lagos is to the south of Algiers, at an initial bearing of 179°.

How long is the flight from Algiers to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 41 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.