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Distance from Sunderland to Lagos

Straight line

5,390 km
3,349 mi · 2,910 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 14 min

Direction

S 174°
initial bearing

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How far is Sunderland from Lagos?

Sunderland (United Kingdom) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 5,390 km in a straight line, that is 3,349 miles or 2,910 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sunderland, Lagos lies to the south (initial bearing 174°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 30.6997°, 1.6441°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 14 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 Sunderland from Lagos?

The straight-line distance between Sunderland and Lagos is 5,390 km (3,349 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lagos from Sunderland?

Lagos is to the south of Sunderland, at an initial bearing of 174°.

How long is the flight from Sunderland to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 14 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.