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Distance from Mecca to Omdurman

Straight line

1,005 km
625 mi · 543 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 45 min

Direction

SW 232°
initial bearing

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How far is Mecca from Omdurman?

Mecca (Saudi Arabia) and Omdurman (Sudan) are quite far apart: 1,005 km in a straight line, that is 625 miles or 543 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Mecca, Omdurman lies to the south-west (initial bearing 232°). The route crosses from Saudi Arabia into Sudan. The halfway point is at 18.5711°, 36.0894°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 45 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 Mecca from Omdurman?

The straight-line distance between Mecca and Omdurman is 1,005 km (625 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Omdurman from Mecca?

Omdurman is to the south-west of Mecca, at an initial bearing of 232°.

How long is the flight from Mecca to Omdurman?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 45 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.