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Distance from Omdurman to Giza

Straight line

1,596 km
992 mi · 862 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 2 h 30 min

Direction

N 356°
initial bearing

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How far is Omdurman from Giza?

Omdurman (Sudan) and Giza (Egypt) are quite far apart: 1,596 km in a straight line, that is 992 miles or 862 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Omdurman, Giza lies to the north (initial bearing 356°). The route crosses from Sudan into Egypt. The halfway point is at 22.8282°, 31.8768°.

A direct flight would take about 2 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 Omdurman from Giza?

The straight-line distance between Omdurman and Giza is 1,596 km (992 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Giza from Omdurman?

Giza is to the north of Omdurman, at an initial bearing of 356°.

How long is the flight from Omdurman to Giza?

A direct flight would take about 2 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.