How is the Qibla bearing from Durban calculated?

We compute the initial great-circle bearing from the centre of Durban (-29.8587°, 31.0218°) to the Kaaba (21.422487°, 39.826206°). The result is 10.42° from true north — approximately North.

Why does my phone compass differ from the calculated bearing?

Phone compasses measure magnetic north and are affected by metal, electronics, and calibration. The bearing on this page is mathematical, from true north. When they disagree, trust the calculated value or a reliable physical compass.

What if the compass does not work?

Computing Qibla does not depend on the phone compass. The bearing, distance, and direction map stay visible. Use any physical compass aligned with the displayed bearing, or open the map to identify the direction visually.

Qibla direction from Durban

Durban

South Africa

Computed from city centre We don't store your location

10.42° from true north

Face approximately North

Distance to the Kaaba: 5,780 km

Accuracy: high for the city centre — use your location for higher precision

Open the map for a visual direction

Additional options

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Direction line to the Kaaba

Great-circle line from the city centre to the Kaaba. Map drawn locally — no third-party tiles, no tracking.

How do I find the direction without a compass?

The bearing is 10.42° from true north.
Use any physical compass. Treat 0° as north and turn clockwise by the bearing above.
Or open the direction map above and orient yourself visually toward the Kaaba.

Calculation details and source

City	Durban
Country	South Africa
City centre	-29.8587°, 31.0218°
Qibla bearing	10.42° from true north · North
Distance	5,780 km to the Kaaba
Formula	Great-circle initial bearing
Kaaba coordinates	21.422487°, 39.826206°