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Distance from Van to Kinshasa

Straight line

5,554 km
3,451 mi · 2,999 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 27 min

Direction

SW 218°
initial bearing

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How far is Van from Kinshasa?

Van (Türkiye) and Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) are very far apart: 5,554 km in a straight line, that is 3,451 miles or 2,999 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Van, Kinshasa lies to the south-west (initial bearing 218°). The route crosses from Türkiye into Congo - Kinshasa. The halfway point is at 17.5697°, 27.6230°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 27 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 Van from Kinshasa?

The straight-line distance between Van and Kinshasa is 5,554 km (3,451 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kinshasa from Van?

Kinshasa is to the south-west of Van, at an initial bearing of 218°.

How long is the flight from Van to Kinshasa?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 27 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.