Qibla Direction in London, United Kingdom
Qibla from London: 119.0° ESE · 4,794 km to Kaaba · Live compass & map view
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Qibla Direction in London, United Kingdom
The Qibla direction from London (لندن) is 118.99° clockwise from North, toward ESE. The distance from London to the Kaaba in Makkah is approximately 4,794 km along the shortest great-circle path.
London is located at 51.5074°N, -0.1278°E (WGS84). The Kaaba is at 21.4225°N, 39.8262°E. The bearing is computed using spherical trigonometry for maximum precision.
How to Use the Live Compass in London
1. Allow location access when prompted — or the city is pre-selected for you.
2. Tap "Enable Live Compass" to activate your device's magnetometer.
3. Hold your phone flat and rotate it slowly. The golden arrow points toward Makkah.
4. When your phone vibrates and the compass turns green, you are facing Qibla.
If the compass seems off, calibrate it by moving your phone in a figure-8 pattern. Keep away from metal objects and speakers which can interfere with the magnetometer.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Qibla direction in London?
The Qibla direction from London, United Kingdom is 119.0° (ESE of North). This is the bearing of the great-circle path to Makkah al-Mukarramah.
How far is London from Makkah?
London is approximately 4,794 km from the Kaaba in Makkah.
What is the compass bearing from London to Makkah?
The compass bearing (initial heading) from London to Makkah is 118.99° measured clockwise from magnetic North. On a standard compass, this points toward ESE.
Can I use this Qibla Finder offline in London?
Yes. The Qibla bearing for London is pre-calculated and embedded in the page — it works without internet. The live sensor compass also works offline. Only the map view requires a connection.