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Distance from Lagos to São Paulo

6,374 km (3,961 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

6,374 km

Kilometers

3,961 miles

Miles

~7h 60m

Est. Flight

4h

Time Difference

Lagos

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

São Paulo

Brazil
Area: 1,521 km²
Population: 12.33M
Timezone: UTC-3
Elevation: 760m

Lagos and São Paulo sit on different continents, with a straight-line distance that would take roughly 7h 60m by commercial jet.

Lagos is known for Afrobeats music scene and Lekki Conservation Centre, while São Paulo is famous for Paulista Avenue and Ibirapuera Park.

In terms of city area, São Paulo 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 Lagos from São Paulo?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Lagos to São Paulo is 6,374 km (3,961 miles).

How long is the flight from Lagos to São Paulo?

A direct flight would take approximately 7h 60m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Lagos bigger than São Paulo?

São Paulo is larger at 1,521 km², compared to 1,172 km².

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