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Distance from Kinshasa to Sydney

Straight line

13,750 km
8,544 mi · 7,424 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 17 h 41 min

Direction

SE 136°
initial bearing

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How far is Kinshasa from Sydney?

Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) and Sydney (Australia) are very far apart: 13,750 km in a straight line, that is 8,544 miles or 7,424 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kinshasa, Sydney lies to the south-east (initial bearing 136°). The route crosses from Congo - Kinshasa into Australia. The halfway point is at -41.9743°, 70.5615°.

A direct flight would take about 17 h 41 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 Sydney?

The straight-line distance between Kinshasa and Sydney is 13,750 km (8,544 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sydney from Kinshasa?

Sydney is to the south-east of Kinshasa, at an initial bearing of 136°.

How long is the flight from Kinshasa to Sydney?

A direct flight would take about 17 h 41 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.