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Distance from Khartoum to Chennai

Straight line

5,148 km
3,199 mi · 2,780 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 56 min

Direction

E 87°
initial bearing

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How far is Khartoum from Chennai?

Khartoum (Sudan) and Chennai (India) are very far apart: 5,148 km in a straight line, that is 3,199 miles or 2,780 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Khartoum, Chennai lies to the east (initial bearing 87°). The route crosses from Sudan into India. The halfway point is at 15.5969°, 56.5446°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 56 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 Khartoum from Chennai?

The straight-line distance between Khartoum and Chennai is 5,148 km (3,199 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Chennai from Khartoum?

Chennai is to the east of Khartoum, at an initial bearing of 87°.

How long is the flight from Khartoum to Chennai?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 56 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.