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Distance from Lagos to Ankara

Straight line

4,733 km
2,941 mi · 2,555 NM

By road

3,832 km
2,381 mi

Travel time

82 h 27 min
flight ≈ 6 h 25 min

Direction

NE 34°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from Ankara?

Lagos (Nigeria) and Ankara (Türkiye) are very far apart: 4,733 km in a straight line, that is 2,941 miles or 2,555 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Lagos to Ankara is 3,832 km (2,381 miles), about 82 h 27 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Lagos, Ankara lies to the north-east (initial bearing 34°). The route crosses from Nigeria into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 23.8758°, 16.1855°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 25 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 Lagos from Ankara?

By road it is 3,832 km (2,381 miles) from Lagos to Ankara; in a straight line it is 4,733 km (2,941 miles).

How long is the drive from Lagos to Ankara?

About 82 h 27 min on the fastest route (3,832 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Ankara from Lagos?

Ankara is to the north-east of Lagos, at an initial bearing of 34°.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Ankara?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 25 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.