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Distance from Sendai to Lagos

Straight line

13,396 km
8,324 mi · 7,233 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 17 h 15 min

Direction

NW 309°
initial bearing

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How far is Sendai from Lagos?

Sendai (Japan) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 13,396 km in a straight line, that is 8,324 miles or 7,233 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sendai, Lagos lies to the north-west (initial bearing 309°). The route crosses from Japan into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 47.3625°, 55.3666°.

A direct flight would take about 17 h 15 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 Sendai from Lagos?

The straight-line distance between Sendai and Lagos is 13,396 km (8,324 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lagos from Sendai?

Lagos is to the north-west of Sendai, at an initial bearing of 309°.

How long is the flight from Sendai to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 17 h 15 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.