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Distance from Delhi to Essen

Straight line

6,231 km
3,872 mi · 3,365 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 17 min

Direction

NW 315°
initial bearing

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How far is Delhi from Essen?

Delhi (India) and Essen (Germany) are very far apart: 6,231 km in a straight line, that is 3,872 miles or 3,365 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Delhi, Essen lies to the north-west (initial bearing 315°). The route crosses from India into Germany. The halfway point is at 45.5806°, 48.9198°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 17 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 Delhi from Essen?

The straight-line distance between Delhi and Essen is 6,231 km (3,872 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Essen from Delhi?

Essen is to the north-west of Delhi, at an initial bearing of 315°.

How long is the flight from Delhi to Essen?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 17 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.