Distance from Soweto to Douala
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How far is Soweto from Douala?
Soweto (South Africa) and Douala (Cameroon) are very far apart: 3,883 km in a straight line, that is 2,413 miles or 2,097 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.
From Soweto, Douala lies to the north-west (initial bearing 327°). The route crosses from South Africa into Cameroon. The halfway point is at -11.2467°, 18.2944°.
A direct flight would take about 5 h 21 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 Douala?
The straight-line distance between Soweto and Douala is 3,883 km (2,413 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.
In which direction is Douala from Soweto?
Douala is to the north-west of Soweto, at an initial bearing of 327°.
How long is the flight from Soweto to Douala?
A direct flight would take about 5 h 21 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.