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Distance from Oțelu Roșu to Lagos

Straight line

4,702 km
2,922 mi · 2,539 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 23 min

Direction

SSW 209°
initial bearing

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How far is Oțelu Roșu from Lagos?

Oțelu Roșu (Romania) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 4,702 km in a straight line, that is 2,922 miles or 2,539 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Oțelu Roșu, Lagos lies to the south-west (initial bearing 209°). The route crosses from Romania into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 26.2963°, 11.2244°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 23 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 Oțelu Roșu from Lagos?

The straight-line distance between Oțelu Roșu and Lagos is 4,702 km (2,922 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lagos from Oțelu Roșu?

Lagos is to the south-west of Oțelu Roșu, at an initial bearing of 209°.

How long is the flight from Oțelu Roșu to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 23 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.