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Distance from Amman to Kolkata

Straight line

5,244 km
3,258 mi · 2,831 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 3 min

Direction

E 88°
initial bearing

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How far is Amman from Kolkata?

Amman (Jordan) and Kolkata (India) are very far apart: 5,244 km in a straight line, that is 3,258 miles or 2,831 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Amman, Kolkata lies to the east (initial bearing 88°). The route crosses from Jordan into India. The halfway point is at 29.8622°, 63.3476°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 3 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 Amman from Kolkata?

The straight-line distance between Amman and Kolkata is 5,244 km (3,258 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kolkata from Amman?

Kolkata is to the east of Amman, at an initial bearing of 88°.

How long is the flight from Amman to Kolkata?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 3 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.