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Distance from Kolkata to Damascus

Straight line

5,207 km
3,236 mi · 2,812 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 1 min

Direction

WNW 295°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Damascus?

Kolkata (India) and Damascus (Syria) are very far apart: 5,207 km in a straight line, that is 3,236 miles or 2,812 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kolkata, Damascus lies to the north-west (initial bearing 295°). The route crosses from India into Syria. The halfway point is at 30.6461°, 63.7552°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 1 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 Damascus?

The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Damascus is 5,207 km (3,236 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Damascus from Kolkata?

Damascus is to the north-west of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 295°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Damascus?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 1 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.