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Distance from Zürich to Kinshasa

Straight line

5,765 km
3,582 mi · 3,113 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 42 min

Direction

S 171°
initial bearing

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How far is Zürich from Kinshasa?

Zürich (Switzerland) and Kinshasa (Congo - Kinshasa) are very far apart: 5,765 km in a straight line, that is 3,582 miles or 3,113 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Zürich, Kinshasa lies to the south (initial bearing 171°). The route crosses from Switzerland into Congo - Kinshasa. The halfway point is at 21.5524°, 12.5785°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 42 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 Zürich from Kinshasa?

The straight-line distance between Zürich and Kinshasa is 5,765 km (3,582 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kinshasa from Zürich?

Kinshasa is to the south of Zürich, at an initial bearing of 171°.

How long is the flight from Zürich to Kinshasa?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 42 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.