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Distance from Lusaka to Melbourne

Straight line

11,170 km
6,941 mi · 6,032 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 14 h 28 min

Direction

SE 134°
initial bearing

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How far is Lusaka from Melbourne?

Lusaka (Zambia) and Melbourne (Australia) are very far apart: 11,170 km in a straight line, that is 6,941 miles or 6,032 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lusaka, Melbourne lies to the south-east (initial bearing 134°). The route crosses from Zambia into Australia. The halfway point is at -43.2988°, 77.4842°.

A direct flight would take about 14 h 28 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 Lusaka from Melbourne?

The straight-line distance between Lusaka and Melbourne is 11,170 km (6,941 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Melbourne from Lusaka?

Melbourne is to the south-east of Lusaka, at an initial bearing of 134°.

How long is the flight from Lusaka to Melbourne?

A direct flight would take about 14 h 28 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.