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Distance from Lagos to Moscow

Straight line

6,247 km
3,882 mi · 3,373 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 19 min

Direction

NNE 22°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from Moscow?

Lagos (Nigeria) and Moscow (Russia) are very far apart: 6,247 km in a straight line, that is 3,882 miles or 3,373 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lagos, Moscow lies to the north (initial bearing 22°). The route crosses from Nigeria into Russia. The halfway point is at 32.1688°, 15.6339°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 19 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 Moscow?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and Moscow is 6,247 km (3,882 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Moscow from Lagos?

Moscow is to the north of Lagos, at an initial bearing of 22°.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Moscow?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 19 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.