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Distance from Kolkata to Yaoundé

Straight line

8,501 km
5,282 mi · 4,590 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 8 min

Direction

W 269°
initial bearing

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How far is Kolkata from Yaoundé?

Kolkata (India) and Yaoundé (Cameroon) are very far apart: 8,501 km in a straight line, that is 5,282 miles or 4,590 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kolkata, Yaoundé lies to the west (initial bearing 269°). The route crosses from India into Cameroon. The halfway point is at 16.6774°, 48.1836°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 8 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 Yaoundé?

The straight-line distance between Kolkata and Yaoundé is 8,501 km (5,282 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Yaoundé from Kolkata?

Yaoundé is to the west of Kolkata, at an initial bearing of 269°.

How long is the flight from Kolkata to Yaoundé?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 8 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.