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Distance from São Paulo to Luanda

Straight line

6,559 km
4,076 mi · 3,542 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 42 min

Direction

E 86°
initial bearing

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How far is São Paulo from Luanda?

São Paulo (Brazil) and Luanda (Angola) are very far apart: 6,559 km in a straight line, that is 4,076 miles or 3,542 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From São Paulo, Luanda lies to the east (initial bearing 86°). The route crosses from Brazil into Angola. The halfway point is at -18.5210°, -15.4644°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 42 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 São Paulo from Luanda?

The straight-line distance between São Paulo and Luanda is 6,559 km (4,076 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Luanda from São Paulo?

Luanda is to the east of São Paulo, at an initial bearing of 86°.

How long is the flight from São Paulo to Luanda?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 42 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.