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Distance from Lahore to Cape Town

Straight line

9,323 km
5,793 mi · 5,034 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 9 min

Direction

SW 224°
initial bearing

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How far is Lahore from Cape Town?

Lahore (Pakistan) and Cape Town (South Africa) are very far apart: 9,323 km in a straight line, that is 5,793 miles or 5,034 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lahore, Cape Town lies to the south-west (initial bearing 224°). The route crosses from Pakistan into South Africa. The halfway point is at -1.3403°, 46.7912°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 9 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 Lahore from Cape Town?

The straight-line distance between Lahore and Cape Town is 9,323 km (5,793 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Cape Town from Lahore?

Cape Town is to the south-west of Lahore, at an initial bearing of 224°.

How long is the flight from Lahore to Cape Town?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 9 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.