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Distance from Kolkata to Omdurman

Straight line

5,898 km
3,665 mi · 3,185 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 52 min

Direction

W 273°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Omdurman?

Kolkata (India) and Omdurman (Sudan) are very far apart: 5,898 km in a straight line, that is 3,665 miles or 3,185 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kolkata, Omdurman lies to the west (initial bearing 273°). The route crosses from India into Sudan. The halfway point is at 21.4069°, 59.7842°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 52 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 Omdurman?

The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Omdurman is 5,898 km (3,665 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Omdurman from Kolkata?

Omdurman is to the west of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 273°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Omdurman?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 52 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.