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Home/Distance/Kampala to Johannesburg

Distance from Kampala to Johannesburg

The straight-line distance from Kampala, Uganda to Johannesburg, South Africa is 2,992 km (1,859 miles).Johannesburg is S of Kampala.

Distance (km)

2,992

straight line

Distance (miles)

1,859

straight line

Flight Time

4 hr 12 min

estimated direct

Direction

S

189° bearing

Transport Comparison: Kampala to Johannesburg

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight4 hr 12 min2,992 kmDirect flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed
Driving48 hr 36 min~3,890 kmAvg 80 km/h, +30% route factor

All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.

Kampala to Johannesburg: Key Details

FromKampala, Uganda
ToJohannesburg, South Africa
Straight-line Distance2,992 km (1,859 miles)
Bearing189° (S)
Coordinates (Kampala)0.3476°, 32.5825°
Coordinates (Johannesburg)-26.2041°, 28.0473°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Kampala from Johannesburg?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Kampala to Johannesburg is 2,992 km (1,859 miles). Johannesburg is S of Kampala.

How long is the flight from Kampala to Johannesburg?

A direct flight from Kampala to Johannesburg takes approximately 4 hr 12 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

How long does it take to drive from Kampala to Johannesburg?

Driving from Kampala to Johannesburg takes approximately 48 hr 36 min. This estimate assumes an average speed of 80 km/h with a 30% route factor for indirect roads. Actual time will vary based on road conditions, traffic, and the specific route taken.

What direction is Johannesburg from Kampala?

Johannesburg is S (189 degrees) from Kampala.

What is the distance from Johannesburg to Kampala?

The distance from Johannesburg to Kampala is the same: 2,992 km (1,859 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.

Other Distance Calculations

Johannesburg to Cape Town1,262 kmKampala to Kinshasa1,996 kmKampala to Luanda2,369 kmJohannesburg to Luanda2,480 kmJohannesburg to Kinshasa2,776 kmKampala to Riyadh3,105 kmKampala to Cairo3,305 kmKampala to Lagos3,312 kmKampala to Baghdad3,867 kmKampala to Cape Town4,087 km

Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.

Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.