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Distance from Lagos to Taipei

Straight line

12,484 km
7,757 mi · 6,741 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 16 h 6 min

Direction

ENE 60°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from Taipei?

Lagos (Nigeria) and Taipei (Taiwan) are very far apart: 12,484 km in a straight line, that is 7,757 miles or 6,741 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lagos, Taipei lies to the north-east (initial bearing 60°). The route crosses from Nigeria into Taiwan. The halfway point is at 28.6828°, 58.0573°.

A direct flight would take about 16 h 6 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 Taipei?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and Taipei is 12,484 km (7,757 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Taipei from Lagos?

Taipei is to the north-east of Lagos, at an initial bearing of 60°.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Taipei?

A direct flight would take about 16 h 6 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.