Distance from Lusaka to Addis Ababa
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How far is Lusaka from Addis Ababa?
Lusaka (Zambia) and Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) are very far apart: 2,938 km in a straight line, that is 1,826 miles or 1,586 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.
From Lusaka, Addis Ababa lies to the north-east (initial bearing 24°). The route crosses from Zambia into Ethiopia. The halfway point is at -3.2042°, 33.5803°.
A direct flight would take about 4 h 10 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Lusaka from Addis Ababa?
The straight-line distance between Lusaka and Addis Ababa is 2,938 km (1,826 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.
In which direction is Addis Ababa from Lusaka?
Addis Ababa is to the north-east of Lusaka, at an initial bearing of 24°.
How long is the flight from Lusaka to Addis Ababa?
A direct flight would take about 4 h 10 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.