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Distance from Omdurman to Kano

Straight line

2,620 km
1,628 mi · 1,415 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 47 min

Direction

W 264°
initial bearing

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How far is Omdurman from Kano?

Omdurman (Sudan) and Kano (Nigeria) are very far apart: 2,620 km in a straight line, that is 1,628 miles or 1,415 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Omdurman, Kano lies to the west (initial bearing 264°). The route crosses from Sudan into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 14.1179°, 20.4021°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 47 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 Kano?

The straight-line distance between Omdurman and Kano is 2,620 km (1,628 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kano from Omdurman?

Kano is to the west of Omdurman, at an initial bearing of 264°.

How long is the flight from Omdurman to Kano?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 47 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.