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Distance from Melbourne to Kumasi

Straight line

15,195 km
9,442 mi · 8,205 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 19 h 30 min

Direction

SW 233°
initial bearing

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How far is Melbourne from Kumasi?

Melbourne (Australia) and Kumasi (Ghana) are very far apart: 15,195 km in a straight line, that is 9,442 miles or 8,205 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Melbourne, Kumasi lies to the south-west (initial bearing 233°). The route crosses from Australia into Ghana. The halfway point is at -42.1689°, 50.8799°.

A direct flight would take about 19 h 30 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 Kumasi?

The straight-line distance between Melbourne and Kumasi is 15,195 km (9,442 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kumasi from Melbourne?

Kumasi is to the south-west of Melbourne, at an initial bearing of 233°.

How long is the flight from Melbourne to Kumasi?

A direct flight would take about 19 h 30 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.