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Distance from Lagos to Jeddah

Straight line

4,194 km
2,606 mi · 2,265 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 45 min

Direction

ENE 63°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from Jeddah?

Lagos (Nigeria) and Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) are very far apart: 4,194 km in a straight line, that is 2,606 miles or 2,265 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lagos, Jeddah lies to the north-east (initial bearing 63°). The route crosses from Nigeria into Saudi Arabia. The halfway point is at 14.6518°, 20.6830°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 45 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 Jeddah?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and Jeddah is 4,194 km (2,606 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Jeddah from Lagos?

Jeddah is to the north-east of Lagos, at an initial bearing of 63°.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Jeddah?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 45 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.