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Distance from Kano to Tokyo

Straight line

12,657 km
7,865 mi · 6,834 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 16 h 19 min

Direction

NE 42°
initial bearing

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How far is Kano from Tokyo?

Kano (Nigeria) and Tokyo (Japan) are very far apart: 12,657 km in a straight line, that is 7,865 miles or 6,834 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kano, Tokyo lies to the north-east (initial bearing 42°). The route crosses from Nigeria into Japan. The halfway point is at 46.3365°, 62.5615°.

A direct flight would take about 16 h 19 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 Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Kano and Tokyo is 12,657 km (7,865 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tokyo from Kano?

Tokyo is to the north-east of Kano, at an initial bearing of 42°.

How long is the flight from Kano to Tokyo?

A direct flight would take about 16 h 19 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.