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Distance from Jeddah to Kampala

Straight line

2,450 km
1,522 mi · 1,323 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 34 min

Direction

SSW 198°
initial bearing

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How far is Jeddah from Kampala?

Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) and Kampala (Uganda) are quite far apart: 2,450 km in a straight line, that is 1,522 miles or 1,323 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Jeddah, Kampala lies to the south (initial bearing 198°). The route crosses from Saudi Arabia into Uganda. The halfway point is at 10.9209°, 35.7652°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 34 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 Jeddah from Kampala?

The straight-line distance between Jeddah and Kampala is 2,450 km (1,522 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kampala from Jeddah?

Kampala is to the south of Jeddah, at an initial bearing of 198°.

How long is the flight from Jeddah to Kampala?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 34 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.