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Distance from Lusaka to Harare

Straight line

399 km
248 mi · 215 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h

Direction

SE 133°
initial bearing

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How far is Lusaka from Harare?

Lusaka (Zambia) and Harare (Zimbabwe) are a medium distance apart: 399 km in a straight line, that is 248 miles or 215 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lusaka, Harare lies to the south-east (initial bearing 133°). The route crosses from Zambia into Zimbabwe. The halfway point is at -16.6218°, 29.6615°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h (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 Lusaka from Harare?

The straight-line distance between Lusaka and Harare is 399 km (248 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Harare from Lusaka?

Harare is to the south-east of Lusaka, at an initial bearing of 133°.

How long is the flight from Lusaka to Harare?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 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.