Distance from Lagos to Major Cities?
About Lagos: Location & Geography
Lagos
Nigeria · Africa
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Population 15,388,000
Coordinates 6.4541°N,
3.3947°E
Timezone Africa/Lagos
UTC+1
UTC+1
Elevation 11 m (36 ft)
Country Nigeria
Continent Africa
Main Airports LOS
Distance from Lagos to Major Cities
Calculate Distance from Lagos →| City | Distance | Miles | Direction | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 London | 5,020 km | 3,119 mi | N | |
 Paris | 4,716 km | 2,930 mi | N | |
 Dubai | 5,886 km | 3,657 mi | NE | |
 Shanghai | 12,228 km | 7,598 mi | NE | |
 Tokyo | 13,476 km | 8,374 mi | NE | |
 New York City | 8,479 km | 5,269 mi | NW | |
| Regional Cities | ||||
 Kinshasa | 1,785 km | 1,109 mi | SE | |
 Cairo | 3,919 km | 2,435 mi | NE | |
 Johannesburg | 4,501 km | 2,797 mi | SE | |
 Abidjan | 827 km | 514 mi | W | |
 Dar es Salaam | 4,245 km | 2,638 mi | E | |
| Alexandria | 3,897 km | 2,421 mi | NE | |
Closest Cities Near Lagos by Radius
Find Cities Within Radius →Within 50 km
| Ebute Ikorodu | 19 km | NE |
| Irewe | 28 km | W |
| Ifo | 46 km | NW |
Within 100 km
| Abeokuta | 78 km | N |
| Lekki | 77 km | E |
| Ijebu Ode | 71 km | NE |
| Shagamu | 52 km | NE |
 Porto-Novo | 88 km | W |
Within 250 km
| Ibadan | 117 km | NE |
| Cotonou | 108 km | W |
 Lomé | 243 km | W |
| Benin City | 247 km | E |
| Oyo | 167 km | N |
| Abomey-Calavi | 115 km | W |
| Ile-Ife | 172 km | NE |
| Osogbo | 195 km | NE |
| Akure | 217 km | NE |
| Godomè | 116 km | W |
Within 30 miles
| Ebute Ikorodu | 12 mi | NE |
| Irewe | 18 mi | W |
| Ifo | 28 mi | NW |
Within 60 miles
| Abeokuta | 49 mi | N |
| Lekki | 48 mi | E |
| Ijebu Ode | 44 mi | NE |
| Shagamu | 32 mi | NE |
| Porto-Novo | 54 mi | W |
Within 150 miles
| Ibadan | 73 mi | NE |
| Cotonou | 67 mi | W |
| Oyo | 103 mi | N |
| Abomey-Calavi | 71 mi | W |
| Ile-Ife | 107 mi | NE |
| Osogbo | 121 mi | NE |
| Akure | 135 mi | NE |
| Godomè | 72 mi | W |
| Iseyin | 106 mi | N |
| Ondo | 108 mi | NE |
Average Flight Times from Lagos
| Destination | Flight Time | Distance | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|
| London | ~6h 35min | 5,020 km | N |
| Paris | ~6h 14min | 4,716 km | N |
| Dubai | ~7h 32min | 5,886 km | NE |
| Shanghai | ~14h 35min | 12,228 km | NE |
| Tokyo | ~15h 58min | 13,476 km | NE |
| New York City | ~10h 25min | 8,479 km | NW |
* Estimated based on great-circle distance at 900 km/h cruising speed. Actual times vary by airline, winds, and routing.
Lagos Location & Key Facts
Lagos is the largest city in Nigeria and one of the most populous urban areas in Africa, sprawling across the Atlantic coast and a series of lagoons and islands. Though no longer the national capital, it remains the country's commercial and financial engine and the cultural heart of West Africa. The city is a fast-growing megacity known for its music, film industry and entrepreneurial energy.
- ✓Largest city in Nigeria and one of the most populous metropolitan areas on the African continent
- ✓The commercial and financial capital of Nigeria, Africa's largest economy by population
- ✓Home to Nollywood, one of the world's largest film industries by output, and a thriving Afrobeats music scene
- ✓A major West African seaport and gateway built across islands, lagoons and the Atlantic coast
- ✓A fast-growing megacity and entrepreneurial hub drawing migrants from across the region
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Lagos from the North Pole?
Lagos is approximately 9,290 km (5,773 miles) from the North Pole (geographic north, 90°N). The straight-line great-circle distance places Lagos at 83.5° from the polar region.
How far is Lagos from the South Pole?
The distance from Lagos to the South Pole (90°S, Antarctica) is approximately 10,725 km (6,664 miles).
How far is Lagos from the equator?
Lagos lies at 6.4541° north latitude, approximately 718 km (446 miles) from the equator.
How far is Lagos from Rome?
The great-circle distance from Lagos to Rome, Italy is approximately 4,042 km (2,512 miles). Rome is located at 41.89°N, 12.51°E in central Italy.
How long is the flight from Lagos to Kinshasa?
The estimated flight time from Lagos to Kinshasa is approximately 2h 59min. This is based on great-circle distance and a typical cruising speed of 900 km/h. Actual flight times vary depending on airline, routing, and wind conditions.
How many cities are within 200 km of Lagos?
There are 81 cities within 200 km of Lagos in our dataset of 600+ major global cities, including Ibadan, Oyo, Abeokuta.
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