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Distance from Bordeaux to Kinshasa

Straight line

5,672 km
3,524 mi · 3,062 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 35 min

Direction

SSE 159°
initial bearing

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How far is Bordeaux from Kinshasa?

Bordeaux (France) and Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) are very far apart: 5,672 km in a straight line, that is 3,524 miles or 3,062 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bordeaux, Kinshasa lies to the south (initial bearing 159°). The route crosses from France into Congo - Kinshasa. The halfway point is at 20.4315°, 8.7167°.

A direct flight would take about 7 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 Bordeaux from Kinshasa?

The straight-line distance between Bordeaux and Kinshasa is 5,672 km (3,524 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kinshasa from Bordeaux?

Kinshasa is to the south of Bordeaux, at an initial bearing of 159°.

How long is the flight from Bordeaux to Kinshasa?

A direct flight would take about 7 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.