Choose two countries. We measure the distance between two countries as the straight-line (great-circle) distance between their main international airports, then estimate travel by air, road, bike and on foot.
Road, cycling and walking figures are estimates based on typical route lengths, and only apply where an overland route exists.
Estimate road distance, energy use and charging stops for an overland EV trip between two countries.
Distance Between Popular Cities and Countries
How far apart are two cities? Here are straight-line distances between the main international airports of popular cities, with typical non-stop flight times. Click Calculate on any route to load it into calculator 1.
🇺🇸 From the United States
| Route | Kilometres | Miles | Est. flight time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York → London | 5,540 km | 3,442 mi | 7 h 26 min | Calculate |
| New York → Paris | 5,833 km | 3,624 mi | 7 h 47 min | Calculate |
| New York → Rome | 6,866 km | 4,266 mi | 9 h 05 min | Calculate |
| New York → Tokyo | 10,875 km | 6,757 mi | 14 h 06 min | Calculate |
| New York → Mexico City | 3,365 km | 2,091 mi | 4 h 42 min | Calculate |
| New York → Toronto | 588 km | 365 mi | 1 h 14 min | Calculate |
| New York → Reykjavík | 4,163 km | 2,587 mi | 5 h 42 min | Calculate |
| New York → Montego Bay | 2,493 km | 1,549 mi | 3 h 37 min | Calculate |
| New York → Punta Cana | 2,508 km | 1,558 mi | 3 h 38 min | Calculate |
| New York → São Paulo | 7,664 km | 4,762 mi | 10 h 05 min | Calculate |
| New York → Dubai | 11,001 km | 6,836 mi | 14 h 15 min | Calculate |
| New York → Lagos | 8,444 km | 5,247 mi | 11 h 03 min | Calculate |
🇬🇧 From the UK and Europe
| Route | Kilometres | Miles | Est. flight time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| London → Paris | 347 km | 216 mi | 56 min | Calculate |
| London → Dublin | 449 km | 279 mi | 1 h 04 min | Calculate |
| London → Dubai | 5,497 km | 3,416 mi | 7 h 22 min | Calculate |
| London → Reykjavík | 1,895 km | 1,177 mi | 2 h 52 min | Calculate |
| London → Casablanca | 2,094 km | 1,301 mi | 3 h 07 min | Calculate |
| Paris → Rome | 1,101 km | 684 mi | 1 h 53 min | Calculate |
| Madrid → Lisbon | 513 km | 319 mi | 1 h 08 min | Calculate |
| Prague → Vienna | 278 km | 173 mi | 51 min | Calculate |
| Vienna → Budapest | 214 km | 133 mi | 46 min | Calculate |
| Athens → Istanbul | 554 km | 344 mi | 1 h 12 min | Calculate |
🌍 Africa, Asia and Oceania
| Route | Kilometres | Miles | Est. flight time | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos → London | 5,004 km | 3,109 mi | 6 h 45 min | Calculate |
| Lagos → Accra | 401 km | 249 mi | 1 h 00 min | Calculate |
| Lagos → Nairobi | 3,832 km | 2,381 mi | 5 h 17 min | Calculate |
| Johannesburg → Lagos | 4,524 km | 2,811 mi | 6 h 09 min | Calculate |
| Cairo → Nairobi | 3,545 km | 2,203 mi | 4 h 56 min | Calculate |
| New Delhi → Dubai | 2,183 km | 1,356 mi | 3 h 14 min | Calculate |
| Dubai → Singapore | 5,845 km | 3,632 mi | 7 h 48 min | Calculate |
| Dubai → Bangkok | 4,904 km | 3,047 mi | 6 h 38 min | Calculate |
| Kuala Lumpur → Singapore | 296 km | 184 mi | 52 min | Calculate |
| Bangkok → Hanoi | 994 km | 618 mi | 1 h 45 min | Calculate |
| Tokyo → Manila | 2,996 km | 1,862 mi | 4 h 15 min | Calculate |
| Singapore → Sydney | 6,294 km | 3,911 mi | 8 h 22 min | Calculate |
| Sydney → Auckland | 2,159 km | 1,342 mi | 3 h 12 min | Calculate |
How Far Is 500, 1,000 or 5,000 km?
Real-world examples to help you picture the distance between two countries in kilometres.
How far is 500 km?
About the distance from Madrid to Lisbon (513 km in a straight line).
How far is 1,000 km?
About the distance from Paris to Copenhagen (1,004 km in a straight line).
How far is 2,500 km?
About the distance from London to Istanbul (2,488 km in a straight line).
How far is 5,000 km?
About the distance from Lagos to London (5,004 km in a straight line).
How far is 7,000 km?
About the distance from New York to Budapest (7,016 km in a straight line).
How far is 10,000 km?
About the distance from Frankfurt to Kuala Lumpur (9,998 km in a straight line).
How We Calculate the Distance Between Two Countries
Main airport
Each country is represented by its main international airport, so every distance is measured between two real, fixed points.
Great-circle distance
We use the haversine formula to find the shortest path over the Earth’s surface, the true distance between two countries’ airports and the distance a plane would fly.
Flight time
Flight time assumes an average speed of about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing.
Road estimates
Roads rarely run straight, so driving, cycling and walking add a typical detour factor. Where no road link exists, we tell you.
Distance Calculator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the distance between two countries?
Choose a country in each dropdown of calculator 1 and click Calculate. You will see the flight distance in kilometres and miles, plus estimated flight, driving, cycling and walking times.
Is the distance measured from the capital city?
Distances are measured between each country’s main international airport, which is usually in or near the capital or largest city. The exact airport is shown in each dropdown.
What is great-circle distance?
It is the shortest distance between two points on the surface of a sphere, sometimes called the distance “as the crow flies” (see great-circle distance). Planes follow routes close to it, so it is also known as flight distance.
Why is the driving distance longer than the flight distance?
Roads follow valleys, coastlines and borders, so they are almost always longer than a straight line. Our road estimate adds about 22% to the straight-line distance, which is typical for long journeys.
Can I find the distance between two cities?
Yes, for the main city of each country. Each country is measured from its main international airport, which serves the capital or largest city: for example, London, New York, Paris or Tokyo. For other cities, pick the country they are in for a close estimate, or see the popular routes table above.
How far is New York from London?
About 5,540 km (3,442 miles) between JFK and Heathrow airports in a straight line. A non-stop flight takes roughly 7 to 7½ hours.
How many kilometres are in a mile?
One mile is exactly 1.609344 kilometres, and one kilometre is about 0.621 miles. A nautical mile, used in aviation and shipping, is 1.852 km.
What is the longest possible distance between two places on Earth?
About 20,000 km (12,430 miles), half of the Earth’s circumference. Places that far apart are on exact opposite sides of the planet and are called antipodes.
How accurate are the travel times?
They are planning estimates. Real flight times depend on wind, routing and aircraft, and road times depend on traffic, border crossings and rest stops.