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Distance from Lagos to Islington

Straight line

5,008 km
3,112 mi · 2,704 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 46 min

Direction

N 357°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from Islington?

Lagos (Nigeria) and Islington (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 5,008 km in a straight line, that is 3,112 miles or 2,704 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lagos, Islington lies to the north (initial bearing 357°). The route crosses from Nigeria into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 29.0059°, 2.0482°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 46 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 Islington?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and Islington is 5,008 km (3,112 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Islington from Lagos?

Islington is to the north of Lagos, at an initial bearing of 357°.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Islington?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 46 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.