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Distance from Kyiv to Kinshasa

Straight line

6,243 km
3,879 mi · 3,371 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 18 min

Direction

SSW 198°
initial bearing

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How far is Kyiv from Kinshasa?

Kyiv (Ukraine) and Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) are very far apart: 6,243 km in a straight line, that is 3,879 miles or 3,371 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kyiv, Kinshasa lies to the south (initial bearing 198°). The route crosses from Ukraine into Congo - Kinshasa. The halfway point is at 23.2376°, 21.2314°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 18 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 Kyiv from Kinshasa?

The straight-line distance between Kyiv and Kinshasa is 6,243 km (3,879 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kinshasa from Kyiv?

Kinshasa is to the south of Kyiv, at an initial bearing of 198°.

How long is the flight from Kyiv to Kinshasa?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 18 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.