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Distance from Braunschweig to Lagos

Straight line

5,121 km
3,182 mi · 2,765 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 54 min

Direction

S 190°
initial bearing

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How far is Braunschweig from Lagos?

Braunschweig (Germany) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 5,121 km in a straight line, that is 3,182 miles or 2,765 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Braunschweig, Lagos lies to the south (initial bearing 190°). The route crosses from Germany into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 29.4048°, 6.1120°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 54 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 Braunschweig from Lagos?

The straight-line distance between Braunschweig and Lagos is 5,121 km (3,182 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lagos from Braunschweig?

Lagos is to the south of Braunschweig, at an initial bearing of 190°.

How long is the flight from Braunschweig to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 54 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.