Distance from Houston to Lagos

The distance between Houston, United States and Lagos, Nigeria is 10,487 km (6,516 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 13108 km (8145 miles) by car — around 163 h 51 min of driving.

Measure Value
Straight-line distance 10,487 km / 6,516 mi
Road distance (estimate) ≈ 13108 km / 8145 mi
Driving time (estimate) ≈ 163 h 51 min
Flight time (estimate) ≈ 12 h 50 min

Road distance and travel times are estimates based on the straight-line distance (road factor 1.25, average speed 80 km/h) — actual routes vary.

Place Latitude Longitude
Houston, United States 29.7608026 -95.3695062
Lagos, Nigeria 6.4931107 3.3841634

Frequently asked questions

How far is Lagos from Houston?

The straight-line (air) distance from Houston, United States to Lagos, Nigeria is 10,487 km (6,516 miles). By road it is roughly 13108 km (8145 miles), depending on the route.

How long does it take to drive from Houston to Lagos?

Approximately 163 h 51 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 13108 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.

How long is the flight from Houston to Lagos?

A direct flight covers 10,487 km in about 12 h 50 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.

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