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Distance from Varanasi to Baghdad

Straight line

3,831 km
2,381 mi · 2,069 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 17 min

Direction

WNW 293°
initial bearing

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How far is Varanasi from Baghdad?

Varanasi (India) and Baghdad (Iraq) are very far apart: 3,831 km in a straight line, that is 2,381 miles or 2,069 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Varanasi, Baghdad lies to the north-west (initial bearing 293°). The route crosses from India into Iraq. The halfway point is at 30.7631°, 64.4965°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 17 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 Varanasi from Baghdad?

The straight-line distance between Varanasi and Baghdad is 3,831 km (2,381 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Baghdad from Varanasi?

Baghdad is to the north-west of Varanasi, at an initial bearing of 293°.

How long is the flight from Varanasi to Baghdad?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 17 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.