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Distance from Chennai to Delhi

The straight-line distance from Chennai, India to Delhi, India is 1,768 km (1,098 miles).Delhi is N of Chennai.

Distance (km)

1,768

straight line

Distance (miles)

1,098

straight line

Flight Time

2 hr 42 min

estimated direct

Direction

N

350° bearing

Transport Comparison: Chennai to Delhi

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight2 hr 42 min1,768 kmDirect flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed
Driving28 hr 42 min~2,298 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.

Chennai to Delhi: Key Details

FromChennai, India
ToDelhi, India
Straight-line Distance1,768 km (1,098 miles)
Bearing350° (N)
Coordinates (Chennai)13.0827°, 80.2707°
Coordinates (Delhi)28.7041°, 77.1025°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Chennai from Delhi?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Chennai to Delhi is 1,768 km (1,098 miles). Delhi is N of Chennai.

How long is the flight from Chennai to Delhi?

A direct flight from Chennai to Delhi takes approximately 2 hr 42 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 Chennai to Delhi?

Driving from Chennai to Delhi takes approximately 28 hr 42 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 Delhi from Chennai?

Delhi is N (350 degrees) from Chennai.

What is the distance from Delhi to Chennai?

The distance from Delhi to Chennai is the same: 1,768 km (1,098 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.

Other Distance Calculations

Chennai to Bangalore290 kmDelhi to Lahore410 kmChennai to Hyderabad515 kmChennai to Mumbai1,033 kmDelhi to Karachi1,089 kmDelhi to Mumbai1,153 kmDelhi to Hyderabad1,267 kmDelhi to Dhaka1,433 kmChennai to Dhaka1,601 kmDelhi to Bangalore1,750 km

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

Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.