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Distance from Antananarivo to Soweto

Straight line

2,178 km
1,353 mi · 1,176 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 13 min

Direction

WSW 244°
initial bearing

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How far is Antananarivo from Soweto?

Antananarivo (Madagascar) and Soweto (South Africa) are quite far apart: 2,178 km in a straight line, that is 1,353 miles or 1,176 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Antananarivo, Soweto lies to the south-west (initial bearing 244°). The route crosses from Madagascar into South Africa. The halfway point is at -22.8932°, 37.9630°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 13 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 Antananarivo from Soweto?

The straight-line distance between Antananarivo and Soweto is 2,178 km (1,353 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Soweto from Antananarivo?

Soweto is to the south-west of Antananarivo, at an initial bearing of 244°.

How long is the flight from Antananarivo to Soweto?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 13 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.