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Distance from Kolkata to Plovdiv

Straight line

6,216 km
3,863 mi · 3,357 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 16 min

Direction

NW 307°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Plovdiv?

Kolkata (India) and Plovdiv (Bulgaria) are very far apart: 6,216 km in a straight line, that is 3,863 miles or 3,357 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kolkata, Plovdiv lies to the north-west (initial bearing 307°). The route crosses from India into Bulgaria. The halfway point is at 36.6415°, 60.4366°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 16 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 Plovdiv?

The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Plovdiv is 6,216 km (3,863 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Plovdiv from Kolkata?

Plovdiv is to the north-west of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 307°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Plovdiv?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 16 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.