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Distance from Melbourne to Kano

Straight line

14,844 km
9,223 mi · 8,015 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 19 h 3 min

Direction

WSW 248°
initial bearing

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How far is Melbourne from Kano?

Melbourne (Australia) and Kano (Nigeria) are very far apart: 14,844 km in a straight line, that is 9,223 miles or 8,015 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Melbourne, Kano lies to the west (initial bearing 248°). The route crosses from Australia into Nigeria. The halfway point is at -30.8323°, 61.8257°.

A direct flight would take about 19 h 3 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 Melbourne from Kano?

The straight-line distance between Melbourne and Kano is 14,844 km (9,223 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kano from Melbourne?

Kano is to the west of Melbourne, at an initial bearing of 248°.

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Kano?

A direct flight would take about 19 h 3 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.