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How far is Umtata from São Tomé?

The distance between São Tomé (São Tomé International Airport) and Umtata (Mthatha Airport) is 2625 miles / 4225 kilometers / 2281 nautical miles.

São Tomé International Airport – Mthatha Airport

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4225
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2281
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Distance from São Tomé to Umtata

There are several ways to calculate the distance from São Tomé to Umtata. Here are two standard methods:

Vincenty's formula (applied above)
  • 2625.297 miles
  • 4225.006 kilometers
  • 2281.321 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
  • 2632.754 miles
  • 4237.007 kilometers
  • 2287.801 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 São Tomé to Umtata?

The estimated flight time from São Tomé International Airport to Mthatha Airport is 5 hours and 28 minutes.

Flight carbon footprint between São Tomé International Airport (TMS) and Mthatha Airport (UTT)

On average, flying from São Tomé to Umtata generates about 290 kg of CO2 per passenger, and 290 kilograms equals 639 pounds (lbs). The figures are estimates and include only the CO2 generated by burning jet fuel.

Map of flight path from São Tomé to Umtata

See the map of the shortest flight path between São Tomé International Airport (TMS) and Mthatha Airport (UTT).

Airport information

Origin São Tomé International Airport
City: São Tomé
Country: São Tomé and Principe Flag of São Tomé and Principe
IATA Code: TMS
ICAO Code: FPST
Coordinates: 0°22′41″N, 6°42′43″E
Destination Mthatha Airport
City: Umtata
Country: South Africa Flag of South Africa
IATA Code: UTT
ICAO Code: FAUT
Coordinates: 31°32′52″S, 28°40′27″E