Distance from Lusaka to Douala
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How far is Lusaka from Douala?
Lusaka (Zambia) and Douala (Cameroon) are very far apart: 2,971 km in a straight line, that is 1,846 miles or 1,604 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.
From Lusaka, Douala lies to the north-west (initial bearing 315°). The route crosses from Zambia into Cameroon. The halfway point is at -5.7542°, 18.8359°.
A direct flight would take about 4 h 13 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 Douala?
The straight-line distance between Lusaka and Douala is 2,971 km (1,846 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.
In which direction is Douala from Lusaka?
Douala is to the north-west of Lusaka, at an initial bearing of 315°.
How long is the flight from Lusaka to Douala?
A direct flight would take about 4 h 13 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.