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Distance from Lagos to Tarsus

Straight line

4,647 km
2,888 mi · 2,509 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 19 min

Direction

NE 39°
initial bearing

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How far is Lagos from Tarsus?

Lagos (Nigeria) and Tarsus (Türkiye) are very far apart: 4,647 km in a straight line, that is 2,888 miles or 2,509 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lagos, Tarsus lies to the north-east (initial bearing 39°). The route crosses from Nigeria into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 22.4397°, 17.3947°.

A direct flight would take about 6 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 Tarsus?

The straight-line distance between Lagos and Tarsus is 4,647 km (2,888 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tarsus from Lagos?

Tarsus is to the north-east of Lagos, at an initial bearing of 39°.

How long is the flight from Lagos to Tarsus?

A direct flight would take about 6 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.