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Distance from Pretoria to Douala

Straight line

3,853 km
2,394 mi · 2,080 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 19 min

Direction

NNW 326°
initial bearing

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How far is Pretoria from Douala?

Pretoria (South Africa) and Douala (Cameroon) are very far apart: 3,853 km in a straight line, that is 2,394 miles or 2,080 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Pretoria, Douala lies to the north-west (initial bearing 326°). The route crosses from South Africa into Cameroon. The halfway point is at -10.9871°, 18.4708°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 19 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 Pretoria from Douala?

The straight-line distance between Pretoria and Douala is 3,853 km (2,394 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Douala from Pretoria?

Douala is to the north-west of Pretoria, at an initial bearing of 326°.

How long is the flight from Pretoria to Douala?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 19 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.