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Distance from Kinshasa to Kyiv

Straight line

6,243 km
3,879 mi · 3,371 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 18 min

Direction

NNE 12°
initial bearing

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How far is Kinshasa from Kyiv?

Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) and Kyiv (Ukraine) are very far apart: 6,243 km in a straight line, that is 3,879 miles or 3,371 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kinshasa, Kyiv lies to the north (initial bearing 12°). The route crosses from Congo - Kinshasa into Ukraine. The halfway point is at 23.2376°, 21.2314°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 18 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 Kyiv?

The straight-line distance between Kinshasa and Kyiv is 6,243 km (3,879 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kyiv from Kinshasa?

Kyiv is to the north of Kinshasa, at an initial bearing of 12°.

How long is the flight from Kinshasa to Kyiv?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 18 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.