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Distance from London to Kano

Straight line

4,451 km
2,766 mi · 2,403 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 4 min

Direction

SSE 167°
initial bearing

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How far is London from Kano?

London (United Kingdom) and Kano (Nigeria) are very far apart: 4,451 km in a straight line, that is 2,766 miles or 2,403 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From London, Kano lies to the south (initial bearing 167°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 31.8237°, 5.1577°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 4 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 Kano?

The straight-line distance between London and Kano is 4,451 km (2,766 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kano from London?

Kano is to the south of London, at an initial bearing of 167°.

How long is the flight from London to Kano?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 4 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.