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Distance from Kolkata to Pretoria

Straight line

8,407 km
5,224 mi · 4,539 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 1 min

Direction

SW 234°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Pretoria?

Kolkata (India) and Pretoria (South Africa) are very far apart: 8,407 km in a straight line, that is 5,224 miles or 4,539 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kolkata, Pretoria lies to the south-west (initial bearing 234°). The route crosses from India into South Africa. The halfway point is at -1.8387°, 58.6889°.

A direct flight would take about 11 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 Pretoria?

The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Pretoria is 8,407 km (5,224 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Pretoria from Kolkata?

Pretoria is to the south-west of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 234°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Pretoria?

A direct flight would take about 11 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.