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Distance from Jeddah to Lagos

Straight line

4,194 km
2,606 mi · 2,265 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 45 min

Direction

WSW 252°
initial bearing

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How far is Jeddah from Lagos?

Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 4,194 km in a straight line, that is 2,606 miles or 2,265 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Jeddah, Lagos lies to the west (initial bearing 252°). The route crosses from Saudi Arabia into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 14.6518°, 20.6830°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 45 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 Lagos?

The straight-line distance between Jeddah and Lagos is 4,194 km (2,606 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lagos from Jeddah?

Lagos is to the west of Jeddah, at an initial bearing of 252°.

How long is the flight from Jeddah to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 45 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.