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Distance from Kano to Karachi

Straight line

6,295 km
3,912 mi · 3,399 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 22 min

Direction

ENE 68°
initial bearing

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How far is Kano from Karachi?

Kano (Nigeria) and Karachi (Pakistan) are very far apart: 6,295 km in a straight line, that is 3,912 miles or 3,399 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kano, Karachi lies to the east (initial bearing 68°). The route crosses from Nigeria into Pakistan. The halfway point is at 20.8993°, 36.5588°.

A direct flight would take about 8 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 Kano from Karachi?

The straight-line distance between Kano and Karachi is 6,295 km (3,912 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Karachi from Kano?

Karachi is to the east of Kano, at an initial bearing of 68°.

How long is the flight from Kano to Karachi?

A direct flight would take about 8 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.