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Distance from Lagos to Shiyan

Straight line

11,233 km
6,980 mi · 6,065 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 14 h 32 min

Direction

NE 55°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from Shiyan?

Lagos (Nigeria) and Shiyan (China) are very far apart: 11,233 km in a straight line, that is 6,980 miles or 6,065 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lagos, Shiyan lies to the north-east (initial bearing 55°). The route crosses from Nigeria into China. The halfway point is at 30.7938°, 50.6713°.

A direct flight would take about 14 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 Shiyan?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and Shiyan is 11,233 km (6,980 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shiyan from Lagos?

Shiyan is to the north-east of Lagos, at an initial bearing of 55°.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Shiyan?

A direct flight would take about 14 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.