Distance from Los Angeles to Lagos

The distance between Los Angeles, United States and Lagos, Nigeria is 12,411 km (7,712 miles) in a straight line. If a road route exists, expect roughly 15514 km (9640 miles) by car — around 193 h 56 min of driving.

Measure Value
Straight-line distance 12,411 km / 7,712 mi
Road distance (estimate) ≈ 15514 km / 9640 mi
Driving time (estimate) ≈ 193 h 56 min
Flight time (estimate) ≈ 15 h 6 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
Los Angeles, United States 34.052238 -118.243344
Lagos, Nigeria 6.4931107 3.3841634

Frequently asked questions

How far is Lagos from Los Angeles?

The straight-line (air) distance from Los Angeles, United States to Lagos, Nigeria is 12,411 km (7,712 miles). By road it is roughly 15514 km (9640 miles), depending on the route.

How long does it take to drive from Los Angeles to Lagos?

Approximately 193 h 56 min, assuming an 80 km/h average over an estimated road distance of 15514 km. Actual time depends on the route, traffic and border crossings.

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Lagos?

A direct flight covers 12,411 km in about 15 h 6 min at typical cruise speed, plus airport time. Not all city pairs have direct flights.

How do I calculate distances for a whole list of locations?

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