Qibla Direction in Latakia
Syria · 1,617 km to Makkah
164.9°
south-southeast (SSE) from true north
The Qibla direction from Latakia, Syria is 164.9° from true north — south-southeast (SSE). Makkah is 1,617 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Latakia?
164.9° clockwise from true north, i.e. south-southeast.
How far is Latakia from Makkah?
About 1,617 km (1,005 miles) along a great circle.
How do I use this bearing with a compass?
Hold the compass flat, turn until the needle points north, then face the bearing shown. Phone compasses can be affected by metal and magnets nearby, so calibrate first.
Great-circle bearing to the Kaaba (21.4225° N, 39.8262° E) from 35.5312°, 35.7909°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.