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Distance from Dhaka to Lusaka

Straight line

8,022 km
4,984 mi · 4,331 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 32 min

Direction

WSW 244°
initial bearing

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How far is Dhaka from Lusaka?

Dhaka (Bangladesh) and Lusaka (Zambia) are very far apart: 8,022 km in a straight line, that is 4,984 miles or 4,331 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Dhaka, Lusaka lies to the south-west (initial bearing 244°). The route crosses from Bangladesh into Zambia. The halfway point is at 4.8431°, 58.4574°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 32 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 Dhaka from Lusaka?

The straight-line distance between Dhaka and Lusaka is 8,022 km (4,984 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lusaka from Dhaka?

Lusaka is to the south-west of Dhaka, at an initial bearing of 244°.

How long is the flight from Dhaka to Lusaka?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 32 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.