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Distance from Otopeni to Lagos

Straight line

4,762 km
2,959 mi · 2,571 NM

By road

3,071 km
1,908 mi

Travel time

76 h 58 min
flight ≈ 6 h 27 min

Direction

SW 214°
initial bearing

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How far is Otopeni from Lagos?

Otopeni (Romania) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 4,762 km in a straight line, that is 2,959 miles or 2,571 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Otopeni to Lagos is 3,071 km (1,908 miles), about 76 h 58 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Otopeni, Lagos lies to the south-west (initial bearing 214°). The route crosses from Romania into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 25.9311°, 12.8396°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 27 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 Otopeni from Lagos?

By road it is 3,071 km (1,908 miles) from Otopeni to Lagos; in a straight line it is 4,762 km (2,959 miles).

How long is the drive from Otopeni to Lagos?

About 76 h 58 min on the fastest route (3,071 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Lagos from Otopeni?

Lagos is to the south-west of Otopeni, at an initial bearing of 214°.

How long is the flight from Otopeni to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 27 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.