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Distance from Xi’an to Lagos

Straight line

11,021 km
6,848 mi · 5,951 NM

By road

11,120 km
6,909 mi

Travel time

174 h 43 min
flight ≈ 14 h 17 min

Direction

WNW 284°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Lagos?

Xi’an (China) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 11,021 km in a straight line, that is 6,848 miles or 5,951 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Xi’an to Lagos is 11,120 km (6,909 miles), about 174 h 43 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Xi’an, Lagos lies to the west (initial bearing 284°). The route crosses from China into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 31.3322°, 49.2713°.

A direct flight would take about 14 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 Xi’an from Lagos?

By road it is 11,120 km (6,909 miles) from Xi’an to Lagos; in a straight line it is 11,021 km (6,848 miles).

How long is the drive from Xi’an to Lagos?

About 174 h 43 min on the fastest route (11,120 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Lagos from Xi’an?

Lagos is to the west of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 284°.

How long is the flight from Xi’an to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 14 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.