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Distance from Lagos to London

Straight line

5,006 km
3,110 mi · 2,703 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 45 min

Direction

N 357°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from London?

Lagos (Nigeria) and London (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 5,006 km in a straight line, that is 3,110 miles or 2,703 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lagos, London lies to the north (initial bearing 357°). The route crosses from Nigeria into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 28.9922°, 2.0390°.

A direct flight would take about 6 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 London?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and London is 5,006 km (3,110 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is London from Lagos?

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

How long is the flight from Lagos to London?

A direct flight would take about 6 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.