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Distance from Baghdad to Ploiești

Straight line

2,038 km
1,266 mi · 1,100 NM

By road

2,805 km
1,743 mi

Travel time

32 h 15 min
flight ≈ 3 h 3 min

Direction

NW 315°
initial bearing

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How far is Baghdad from Ploiești?

Baghdad (Iraq) and Ploiești (Romania) are quite far apart: 2,038 km in a straight line, that is 1,266 miles or 1,100 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Baghdad to Ploiești is 2,805 km (1,743 miles), about 32 h 15 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 38% longer than the straight line.

From Baghdad, Ploiești lies to the north-west (initial bearing 315°). The route crosses from Iraq into Romania. The halfway point is at 39.5058°, 35.9760°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 3 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 Ploiești?

By road it is 2,805 km (1,743 miles) from Baghdad to Ploiești; in a straight line it is 2,038 km (1,266 miles).

How long is the drive from Baghdad to Ploiești?

About 32 h 15 min on the fastest route (2,805 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Ploiești from Baghdad?

Ploiești is to the north-west of Baghdad, at an initial bearing of 315°.

How long is the flight from Baghdad to Ploiești?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 3 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.