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Distance from Baghdad to Bamako

Straight line

5,770 km
3,585 mi · 3,116 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 43 min

Direction

W 259°
initial bearing

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How far is Baghdad from Bamako?

Baghdad (Iraq) and Bamako (Mali) are very far apart: 5,770 km in a straight line, that is 3,585 miles or 3,116 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Baghdad, Bamako lies to the west (initial bearing 259°). The route crosses from Iraq into Mali. The halfway point is at 25.2968°, 16.0174°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 43 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 Bamako?

The straight-line distance between Baghdad and Bamako is 5,770 km (3,585 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bamako from Baghdad?

Bamako is to the west of Baghdad, at an initial bearing of 259°.

How long is the flight from Baghdad to Bamako?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 43 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.