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Distance from Kiel to Dresden

Straight line

438 km
272 mi · 236 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 3 min

Direction

SE 145°
initial bearing

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How far is Kiel from Dresden?

Kiel (Germany) and Dresden (Germany) are a medium distance apart: 438 km in a straight line, that is 272 miles or 236 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kiel, Dresden lies to the south-east (initial bearing 145°). Both cities are in Germany. The halfway point is at 52.6997°, 12.0041°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 3 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 Kiel from Dresden?

The straight-line distance between Kiel and Dresden is 438 km (272 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Dresden from Kiel?

Dresden is to the south-east of Kiel, at an initial bearing of 145°.

How long is the flight from Kiel to Dresden?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 3 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.