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Distance from Delhi to Lagos

8,074 km (5,017 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

8,074 km

Kilometers

5,017 miles

Miles

~9h 60m

Est. Flight

4.5h

Time Difference

Delhi

India
Area: 1,484 km²
Population: 16.79M
Timezone: UTC+5.5
Elevation: 216m

Lagos

Nigeria
Area: 1,172 km²
Population: 15.39M
Timezone: UTC+1
Elevation: 41m

Delhi and Lagos sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 9h 60m by commercial jet.

Delhi is known for Red Fort and Qutub Minar, while Lagos is famous for Afrobeats music scene and Lekki Conservation Centre.

In terms of city area, Delhi is 1.3x larger than Lagos. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Delhi from Lagos?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Delhi to Lagos is 8,074 km (5,017 miles).

How long is the flight from Delhi to Lagos?

A direct flight would take approximately 9h 60m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Delhi bigger than Lagos?

Delhi is larger at 1,484 km², compared to 1,172 km².

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