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Distance from Chennai to Algiers

Straight line

8,019 km
4,982 mi · 4,330 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 31 min

Direction

NW 305°
initial bearing

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How far is Chennai from Algiers?

Chennai (India) and Algiers (Algeria) are very far apart: 8,019 km in a straight line, that is 4,982 miles or 4,330 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chennai, Algiers lies to the north-west (initial bearing 305°). The route crosses from India into Algeria. The halfway point is at 30.6427°, 46.1194°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 31 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 Chennai from Algiers?

The straight-line distance between Chennai and Algiers is 8,019 km (4,982 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Algiers from Chennai?

Algiers is to the north-west of Chennai, at an initial bearing of 305°.

How long is the flight from Chennai to Algiers?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 31 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.