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How far is Timbuktu from Praia?

The distance between Praia (Nelson Mandela International Airport) and Timbuktu (Timbuktu Airport) is 1368 miles / 2201 kilometers / 1189 nautical miles.

Nelson Mandela International Airport – Timbuktu Airport

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2201
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1189
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Distance from Praia to Timbuktu

There are several ways to calculate the distance from Praia to Timbuktu. Here are two standard methods:

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 1367.809 miles
  • 2201.276 kilometers
  • 1188.594 nautical miles

Vincenty's formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points on the earth's surface using an ellipsoidal model of the planet.

Haversine formula
  • 1366.009 miles
  • 2198.378 kilometers
  • 1187.029 nautical miles

The haversine formula calculates the distance between latitude/longitude points assuming a spherical earth (great-circle distance – the shortest distance between two points).

How long does it take to fly from Praia to Timbuktu?

The estimated flight time from Nelson Mandela International Airport to Timbuktu Airport is 3 hours and 5 minutes.

Flight carbon footprint between Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) and Timbuktu Airport (TOM)

On average, flying from Praia to Timbuktu generates about 171 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 171 kilograms equals 377 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.

Map of flight path from Praia to Timbuktu

See the map of the shortest flight path between Nelson Mandela International Airport (RAI) and Timbuktu Airport (TOM).

Airport information

Origin Nelson Mandela International Airport
City: Praia
Country: Cape Verde Flag of Cape Verde
IATA Code: RAI
ICAO Code: GVNP
Coordinates: 14°56′39″N, 23°29′0″W
Destination Timbuktu Airport
City: Timbuktu
Country: Mali Flag of Mali
IATA Code: TOM
ICAO Code: GATB
Coordinates: 16°43′49″N, 3°0′27″W