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Distance from Lagos to Sosnowiec

Straight line

5,075 km
3,153 mi · 2,740 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 51 min

Direction

NNE 14°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from Sosnowiec?

Lagos (Nigeria) and Sosnowiec (Poland) are very far apart: 5,075 km in a straight line, that is 3,153 miles or 2,740 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lagos, Sosnowiec lies to the north (initial bearing 14°). The route crosses from Nigeria into Poland. The halfway point is at 28.5860°, 9.5324°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 51 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 Sosnowiec?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and Sosnowiec is 5,075 km (3,153 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sosnowiec from Lagos?

Sosnowiec is to the north of Lagos, at an initial bearing of 14°.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Sosnowiec?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 51 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.