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Distance from Kolkata to Cardiff

Straight line

8,181 km
5,084 mi · 4,418 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 44 min

Direction

NW 320°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Cardiff?

Kolkata (India) and Cardiff (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 8,181 km in a straight line, that is 5,084 miles or 4,418 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kolkata, Cardiff lies to the north-west (initial bearing 320°). The route crosses from India into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 46.6743°, 53.8883°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 44 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 Cardiff?

The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Cardiff is 8,181 km (5,084 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Cardiff from Kolkata?

Cardiff is to the north-west of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 320°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Cardiff?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 44 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.