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Distance from Düsseldorf to Munich

Straight line

487 km
303 mi · 263 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 7 min

Direction

SE 133°
initial bearing

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How far is Düsseldorf from Munich?

Düsseldorf (Germany) and Munich (Germany) are a medium distance apart: 487 km in a straight line, that is 303 miles or 263 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Düsseldorf, Munich lies to the south-east (initial bearing 133°). Both cities are in Germany. The halfway point is at 49.7043°, 9.2520°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 7 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 Düsseldorf from Munich?

The straight-line distance between Düsseldorf and Munich is 487 km (303 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Munich from Düsseldorf?

Munich is to the south-east of Düsseldorf, at an initial bearing of 133°.

How long is the flight from Düsseldorf to Munich?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 7 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.