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Distance from Lagos to Nürnberg

Straight line

4,821 km
2,995 mi · 2,603 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 32 min

Direction

N 7°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from Nürnberg?

Lagos (Nigeria) and Nürnberg (Germany) are very far apart: 4,821 km in a straight line, that is 2,995 miles or 2,603 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lagos, Nürnberg lies to the north (initial bearing 7°). The route crosses from Nigeria into Germany. The halfway point is at 28.0052°, 6.4319°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 32 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 Nürnberg?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and Nürnberg is 4,821 km (2,995 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nürnberg from Lagos?

Nürnberg is to the north of Lagos, at an initial bearing of 7°.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Nürnberg?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 32 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.