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Distance from Lagos to Miami

9,051 km (5,624 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

9,051 km

Kilometers

5,624 miles

Miles

~11h 9m

Est. Flight

6h

Time Difference

Lagos

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

Miami

USA
Area: 143 km²
Population: 0.44M
Timezone: UTC-5
Elevation: 2m

Lagos and Miami sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 11h 9m by commercial jet.

Lagos is known for Afrobeats music scene and Lekki Conservation Centre, while Miami is famous for South Beach and Art Deco Historic District.

In terms of city area, Lagos is 8.2x larger than Miami. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Lagos from Miami?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Lagos to Miami is 9,051 km (5,624 miles).

How long is the flight from Lagos to Miami?

A direct flight would take approximately 11h 9m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Lagos bigger than Miami?

Lagos is larger at 1,172 km², compared to 143 km².

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