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Distance from Newport to Lagos

Straight line

5,038 km
3,131 mi · 2,721 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 48 min

Direction

S 171°
initial bearing

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How far is Newport from Lagos?

Newport (United Kingdom) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 5,038 km in a straight line, that is 3,131 miles or 2,721 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Newport, Lagos lies to the south (initial bearing 171°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 29.0567°, 0.9359°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 48 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 Newport from Lagos?

The straight-line distance between Newport and Lagos is 5,038 km (3,131 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lagos from Newport?

Lagos is to the south of Newport, at an initial bearing of 171°.

How long is the flight from Newport to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 48 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.