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Distance from Sarajevo to Baghdad

Straight line

2,536 km
1,576 mi · 1,369 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 40 min

Direction

ESE 109°
initial bearing

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How far is Sarajevo from Baghdad?

Sarajevo (Bosnia & Herzegovina) and Baghdad (Iraq) are very far apart: 2,536 km in a straight line, that is 1,576 miles or 1,369 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sarajevo, Baghdad lies to the east (initial bearing 109°). The route crosses from Bosnia & Herzegovina into Iraq. The halfway point is at 39.3204°, 32.3511°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 40 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 Sarajevo from Baghdad?

The straight-line distance between Sarajevo and Baghdad is 2,536 km (1,576 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Baghdad from Sarajevo?

Baghdad is to the east of Sarajevo, at an initial bearing of 109°.

How long is the flight from Sarajevo to Baghdad?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 40 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.