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Distance from London to Algiers

Straight line

1,661 km
1,032 mi · 897 NM

By road

1,987 km
1,235 mi

Travel time

28 h 6 min
flight ≈ 2 h 35 min

Direction

S 170°
initial bearing

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How far is London from Algiers?

London (United Kingdom) and Algiers (Algeria) are quite far apart: 1,661 km in a straight line, that is 1,032 miles or 897 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, London to Algiers is 1,987 km (1,235 miles), about 28 h 6 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 20% longer than the straight line.

From London, Algiers lies to the south (initial bearing 170°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Algeria. The halfway point is at 44.1315°, 1.6829°.

A direct flight would take about 2 h 35 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 London from Algiers?

By road it is 1,987 km (1,235 miles) from London to Algiers; in a straight line it is 1,661 km (1,032 miles).

How long is the drive from London to Algiers?

About 28 h 6 min on the fastest route (1,987 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Algiers from London?

Algiers is to the south of London, at an initial bearing of 170°.

How long is the flight from London to Algiers?

A direct flight would take about 2 h 35 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.