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Distance from Kolkata to Addis Ababa

Straight line

5,495 km
3,415 mi · 2,967 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 22 min

Direction

W 262°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Addis Ababa?

Kolkata (India) and Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) are very far apart: 5,495 km in a straight line, that is 3,415 miles or 2,967 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kolkata, Addis Ababa lies to the west (initial bearing 262°). The route crosses from India into Ethiopia. The halfway point is at 17.3056°, 62.6659°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 22 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 Kolkata from Addis Ababa?

The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Addis Ababa is 5,495 km (3,415 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Addis Ababa from Kolkata?

Addis Ababa is to the west of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 262°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Addis Ababa?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 22 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.