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Distance from Kinshasa to Mecca

Straight line

3,907 km
2,428 mi · 2,110 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 23 min

Direction

NE 42°
initial bearing

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How far is Kinshasa from Mecca?

Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) and Mecca (Saudi Arabia) are very far apart: 3,907 km in a straight line, that is 2,428 miles or 2,110 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kinshasa, Mecca lies to the north-east (initial bearing 42°). The route crosses from Congo - Kinshasa into Saudi Arabia. The halfway point is at 8.7456°, 27.1418°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 23 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 Mecca?

The straight-line distance between Kinshasa and Mecca is 3,907 km (2,428 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Mecca from Kinshasa?

Mecca is to the north-east of Kinshasa, at an initial bearing of 42°.

How long is the flight from Kinshasa to Mecca?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 23 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.