Qibla Direction in London
The Qibla direction in London is 119.0° measured clockwise from true north, towards the east-southeast. The Kaaba in Mecca is about 4,794 km away.
119.0°
Qibla bearing · from true north
Turn until the Kaaba lines up with the marker
Distance to the Kaaba: km
How to face the Qibla in London
- Face north, then turn clockwise by 119.0°. You will be facing east-southeast, towards the Kaaba.
- Or use the compass above: choose London, press Enable compass on your phone and turn until the Kaaba lines up with the marker.
- Place your prayer mat so that your feet and chest face that direction.
For the best accuracy
- Keep the phone flat and away from magnets, metal and electronics.
- Move the phone in a figure of eight to calibrate the compass.
- Phone compasses show magnetic north, which can differ a few degrees from true north. For an exact result when it matters, ask a local mosque.
Qibla questions
What is the Qibla direction in London?
From London the Qibla is 119.0° from true north, which is east-southeast. The Kaaba is about 4,794 km away.
How do I find the Qibla in London with my phone?
Open the Qibla finder on this page, choose London or allow your location, press Enable compass and turn until the Kaaba lines up with the marker at the top.
Is the angle from true north or magnetic north?
From true north. Phone compasses show magnetic north, which can differ by a few degrees depending on where you are.