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Distance from Kinshasa to Köln

Straight line

6,175 km
3,837 mi · 3,334 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 13 min

Direction

N 354°
initial bearing

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How far is Kinshasa from Köln?

Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) and Köln (Germany) are very far apart: 6,175 km in a straight line, that is 3,837 miles or 3,334 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kinshasa, Köln lies to the north (initial bearing 354°). The route crosses from Congo - Kinshasa into Germany. The halfway point is at 23.3556°, 12.0762°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 13 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 Köln?

The straight-line distance between Kinshasa and Köln is 6,175 km (3,837 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Köln from Kinshasa?

Köln is to the north of Kinshasa, at an initial bearing of 354°.

How long is the flight from Kinshasa to Köln?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 13 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.