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Distance from Karachi to Durban

Straight line

7,172 km
4,456 mi · 3,872 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 28 min

Direction

SW 214°
initial bearing

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How far is Karachi from Durban?

Karachi (Pakistan) and Durban (South Africa) are very far apart: 7,172 km in a straight line, that is 4,456 miles or 3,872 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Karachi, Durban lies to the south-west (initial bearing 214°). The route crosses from Pakistan into South Africa. The halfway point is at -2.6267°, 49.4399°.

A direct flight would take about 9 h 28 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 Karachi from Durban?

The straight-line distance between Karachi and Durban is 7,172 km (4,456 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Durban from Karachi?

Durban is to the south-west of Karachi, at an initial bearing of 214°.

How long is the flight from Karachi to Durban?

A direct flight would take about 9 h 28 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.