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Distance from Nairobi to Lagos

3,812 km (2,369 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

3,812 km

Kilometers

2,369 miles

Miles

~4h 59m

Est. Flight

2h

Time Difference

Nairobi

Kenya
Area: 696 km²
Population: 4.73M
Timezone: UTC+3
Elevation: 1661m

Lagos

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

The distance between Nairobi and Lagos is roughly equivalent to 10 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Nairobi is known for Nairobi National Park and Safari tourism, while Lagos is famous for Afrobeats music scene and Lekki Conservation Centre.

In terms of city area, Lagos is 1.7x larger than Nairobi. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Nairobi from Lagos?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Nairobi to Lagos is 3,812 km (2,369 miles).

How long is the flight from Nairobi to Lagos?

A direct flight would take approximately 4h 59m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Nairobi bigger than Lagos?

Lagos is larger at 1,172 km², compared to 696 km².

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