Distance from Soweto to Addis Ababa
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How far is Soweto from Addis Ababa?
Soweto (South Africa) and Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) are very far apart: 4,078 km in a straight line, that is 2,534 miles or 2,202 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.
From Soweto, Addis Ababa lies to the north (initial bearing 18°). The route crosses from South Africa into Ethiopia. The halfway point is at -8.6598°, 33.5661°.
A direct flight would take about 5 h 36 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.
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Frequently asked questions
How far is Soweto from Addis Ababa?
The straight-line distance between Soweto and Addis Ababa is 4,078 km (2,534 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.
In which direction is Addis Ababa from Soweto?
Addis Ababa is to the north of Soweto, at an initial bearing of 18°.
How long is the flight from Soweto to Addis Ababa?
A direct flight would take about 5 h 36 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.