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Distance from Baghdad to Leipzig

Straight line

3,268 km
2,031 mi · 1,765 NM

By road

4,174 km
2,594 mi

Travel time

43 h 49 min
flight ≈ 4 h 35 min

Direction

NW 317°
initial bearing

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How far is Baghdad from Leipzig?

Baghdad (Iraq) and Leipzig (Germany) are very far apart: 3,268 km in a straight line, that is 2,031 miles or 1,765 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Baghdad to Leipzig is 4,174 km (2,594 miles), about 43 h 49 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 28% longer than the straight line.

From Baghdad, Leipzig lies to the north-west (initial bearing 317°). The route crosses from Iraq into Germany. The halfway point is at 43.4464°, 30.7580°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 35 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 Leipzig?

By road it is 4,174 km (2,594 miles) from Baghdad to Leipzig; in a straight line it is 3,268 km (2,031 miles).

How long is the drive from Baghdad to Leipzig?

About 43 h 49 min on the fastest route (4,174 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Leipzig from Baghdad?

Leipzig is to the north-west of Baghdad, at an initial bearing of 317°.

How long is the flight from Baghdad to Leipzig?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 35 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.