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Distance from Kinshasa to Buenos Aires

Straight line

8,248 km
5,125 mi · 4,454 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 49 min

Direction

SW 235°
initial bearing

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How far is Kinshasa from Buenos Aires?

Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) and Buenos Aires (Argentina) are very far apart: 8,248 km in a straight line, that is 5,125 miles or 4,454 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kinshasa, Buenos Aires lies to the south-west (initial bearing 235°). The route crosses from Congo - Kinshasa into Argentina. The halfway point is at -23.7806°, -17.4312°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 49 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 Kinshasa from Buenos Aires?

The straight-line distance between Kinshasa and Buenos Aires is 8,248 km (5,125 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Buenos Aires from Kinshasa?

Buenos Aires is to the south-west of Kinshasa, at an initial bearing of 235°.

How long is the flight from Kinshasa to Buenos Aires?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 49 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.