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Distance from Athens to Catania

Straight line

765 km
475 mi · 413 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 27 min

Direction

W 269°
initial bearing

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How far is Athens from Catania?

Athens (Greece) and Catania (Italy) are quite far apart: 765 km in a straight line, that is 475 miles or 413 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Athens, Catania lies to the west (initial bearing 269°). The route crosses from Greece into Italy. The halfway point is at 37.8172°, 19.3847°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 27 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 Athens from Catania?

The straight-line distance between Athens and Catania is 765 km (475 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Catania from Athens?

Catania is to the west of Athens, at an initial bearing of 269°.

How long is the flight from Athens to Catania?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 27 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.