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Distance from Rotterdam to Kinshasa

Straight line

6,317 km
3,925 mi · 3,411 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 24 min

Direction

SSE 167°
initial bearing

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How far is Rotterdam from Kinshasa?

Rotterdam (Netherlands) and Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) are very far apart: 6,317 km in a straight line, that is 3,925 miles or 3,411 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Rotterdam, Kinshasa lies to the south (initial bearing 167°). The route crosses from Netherlands into Congo - Kinshasa. The halfway point is at 23.8870°, 11.1769°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 24 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 Rotterdam from Kinshasa?

The straight-line distance between Rotterdam and Kinshasa is 6,317 km (3,925 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kinshasa from Rotterdam?

Kinshasa is to the south of Rotterdam, at an initial bearing of 167°.

How long is the flight from Rotterdam to Kinshasa?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 24 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.