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Distance from Kabul to Kinshasa

Straight line

7,087 km
4,404 mi · 3,827 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 22 min

Direction

WSW 244°
initial bearing

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How far is Kabul from Kinshasa?

Kabul (Afghanistan) and Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) are very far apart: 7,087 km in a straight line, that is 4,404 miles or 3,827 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kabul, Kinshasa lies to the south-west (initial bearing 244°). The route crosses from Afghanistan into Congo - Kinshasa. The halfway point is at 16.8195°, 39.4753°.

A direct flight would take about 9 h 22 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 Kabul from Kinshasa?

The straight-line distance between Kabul and Kinshasa is 7,087 km (4,404 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kinshasa from Kabul?

Kinshasa is to the south-west of Kabul, at an initial bearing of 244°.

How long is the flight from Kabul to Kinshasa?

A direct flight would take about 9 h 22 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.