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Distance from Budapest to Lagos

Straight line

4,787 km
2,974 mi · 2,585 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 29 min

Direction

SSW 203°
initial bearing

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How far is Budapest from Lagos?

Budapest (Hungary) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 4,787 km in a straight line, that is 2,974 miles or 2,585 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Budapest, Lagos lies to the south-west (initial bearing 203°). The route crosses from Hungary into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 27.1854°, 9.7181°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 29 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 Budapest from Lagos?

The straight-line distance between Budapest and Lagos is 4,787 km (2,974 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lagos from Budapest?

Lagos is to the south-west of Budapest, at an initial bearing of 203°.

How long is the flight from Budapest to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 29 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.