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Distance from Baghdad to Algiers

Straight line

3,759 km
2,336 mi · 2,030 NM

By road

4,954 km
3,079 mi

Travel time

59 h 18 min
flight ≈ 5 h 12 min

Direction

WNW 288°
initial bearing

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How far is Baghdad from Algiers?

Baghdad (Iraq) and Algiers (Algeria) are very far apart: 3,759 km in a straight line, that is 2,336 miles or 2,030 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Baghdad to Algiers is 4,954 km (3,079 miles), about 59 h 18 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 32% longer than the straight line.

From Baghdad, Algiers lies to the west (initial bearing 288°). The route crosses from Iraq into Algeria. The halfway point is at 36.8444°, 24.1926°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 12 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 Baghdad from Algiers?

By road it is 4,954 km (3,079 miles) from Baghdad to Algiers; in a straight line it is 3,759 km (2,336 miles).

How long is the drive from Baghdad to Algiers?

About 59 h 18 min on the fastest route (4,954 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Algiers from Baghdad?

Algiers is to the west of Baghdad, at an initial bearing of 288°.

How long is the flight from Baghdad to Algiers?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 12 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.