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Distance from Bogotá to Kano

Straight line

9,108 km
5,660 mi · 4,918 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 53 min

Direction

ENE 79°
initial bearing

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How far is Bogotá from Kano?

Bogotá (Colombia) and Kano (Nigeria) are very far apart: 9,108 km in a straight line, that is 5,660 miles or 4,918 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bogotá, Kano lies to the east (initial bearing 79°). The route crosses from Colombia into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 10.9952°, -33.2570°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 53 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 Bogotá from Kano?

The straight-line distance between Bogotá and Kano is 9,108 km (5,660 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kano from Bogotá?

Kano is to the east of Bogotá, at an initial bearing of 79°.

How long is the flight from Bogotá to Kano?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 53 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.