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Distance from Maputo to Kinshasa

Straight line

3,021 km
1,877 mi · 1,631 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 4 h 17 min

Direction

NW 320°
initial bearing

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How far is Maputo from Kinshasa?

Maputo (Mozambique) and Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) are very far apart: 3,021 km in a straight line, that is 1,877 miles or 1,631 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Maputo, Kinshasa lies to the north-west (initial bearing 320°). The route crosses from Mozambique into Congo - Kinshasa. The halfway point is at -15.3116°, 23.4983°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 17 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 Maputo from Kinshasa?

The straight-line distance between Maputo and Kinshasa is 3,021 km (1,877 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kinshasa from Maputo?

Kinshasa is to the north-west of Maputo, at an initial bearing of 320°.

How long is the flight from Maputo to Kinshasa?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 17 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.