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Distance from Basrah to Kolkata

Straight line

4,116 km
2,558 mi · 2,223 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 39 min

Direction

E 92°
initial bearing

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How far is Basrah from Kolkata?

Basrah (Iraq) and Kolkata (India) are very far apart: 4,116 km in a straight line, that is 2,558 miles or 2,223 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Basrah, Kolkata lies to the east (initial bearing 92°). The route crosses from Iraq into India. The halfway point is at 28.0287°, 68.8064°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 39 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 Basrah from Kolkata?

The straight-line distance between Basrah and Kolkata is 4,116 km (2,558 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kolkata from Basrah?

Kolkata is to the east of Basrah, at an initial bearing of 92°.

How long is the flight from Basrah to Kolkata?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 39 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.