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Distance from Lahore to Soweto

Straight line

8,083 km
5,023 mi · 4,365 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 36 min

Direction

SW 223°
initial bearing

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How far is Lahore from Soweto?

Lahore (Pakistan) and Soweto (South Africa) are very far apart: 8,083 km in a straight line, that is 5,023 miles or 4,365 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lahore, Soweto lies to the south-west (initial bearing 223°). The route crosses from Pakistan into South Africa. The halfway point is at 2.8783°, 50.4766°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 36 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 Soweto?

The straight-line distance between Lahore and Soweto is 8,083 km (5,023 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Soweto from Lahore?

Soweto is to the south-west of Lahore, at an initial bearing of 223°.

How long is the flight from Lahore to Soweto?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 36 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.