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Distance from Jakarta to Essen

Straight line

11,228 km
6,977 mi · 6,063 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 14 h 32 min

Direction

NW 321°
initial bearing

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How far is Jakarta from Essen?

Jakarta (Indonesia) and Essen (Germany) are very far apart: 11,228 km in a straight line, that is 6,977 miles or 6,063 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Jakarta, Essen lies to the north-west (initial bearing 321°). The route crosses from Indonesia into Germany. The halfway point is at 31.9785°, 72.1769°.

A direct flight would take about 14 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 Jakarta from Essen?

The straight-line distance between Jakarta and Essen is 11,228 km (6,977 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Essen from Jakarta?

Essen is to the north-west of Jakarta, at an initial bearing of 321°.

How long is the flight from Jakarta to Essen?

A direct flight would take about 14 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.