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Distance from Craiova to Lagos

Straight line

4,642 km
2,884 mi · 2,506 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 18 min

Direction

SSW 211°
initial bearing

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How far is Craiova from Lagos?

Craiova (Romania) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 4,642 km in a straight line, that is 2,884 miles or 2,506 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Craiova, Lagos lies to the south-west (initial bearing 211°). The route crosses from Romania into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 25.7312°, 11.9195°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 18 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 Craiova from Lagos?

The straight-line distance between Craiova and Lagos is 4,642 km (2,884 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lagos from Craiova?

Lagos is to the south-west of Craiova, at an initial bearing of 211°.

How long is the flight from Craiova to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 18 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.