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Distance from Baghdad to Köln

Straight line

3,604 km
2,239 mi · 1,946 NM

By road

4,493 km
2,792 mi

Travel time

46 h 49 min
flight ≈ 5 h

Direction

NW 314°
initial bearing

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How far is Baghdad from Köln?

Baghdad (Iraq) and Köln (Germany) are very far apart: 3,604 km in a straight line, that is 2,239 miles or 1,946 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Baghdad to Köln is 4,493 km (2,792 miles), about 46 h 49 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 25% longer than the straight line.

From Baghdad, Köln lies to the north-west (initial bearing 314°). The route crosses from Iraq into Germany. The halfway point is at 43.6584°, 28.3925°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h (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 Köln?

By road it is 4,493 km (2,792 miles) from Baghdad to Köln; in a straight line it is 3,604 km (2,239 miles).

How long is the drive from Baghdad to Köln?

About 46 h 49 min on the fastest route (4,493 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Köln from Baghdad?

Köln is to the north-west of Baghdad, at an initial bearing of 314°.

How long is the flight from Baghdad to Köln?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 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.