Antipode of London

Antipode of London

The antipode of London is located in the South Pacific Ocean, east of New Zealand.

If you were to draw a straight line from London through the center of the Earth, it would emerge in a remote region of open ocean on the planet’s opposite side.

Coordinates

London

• Latitude: 51.5074° N (51° 30′ 26″ N)

• Longitude: 0.1278° W (0° 7′ 40″ W)

Antipode of London

• Latitude: 51.5074° S (51° 30′ 26″ S)

• Longitude: 179.8722° E (179° 52′ 20″ E)

• Location: South Pacific Ocean

These coordinates represent the exact geographic opposite of London on Earth’s surface.

Why does London’s antipode fall in the Pacific Ocean?

London lies close to the Prime Meridian, which means its antipode falls close to the 180° meridian on the opposite side of the globe. This region is dominated by the Pacific Ocean, the largest and deepest ocean on Earth.

As a result, London’s antipode lies far from any major landmass.

A geographic contrast

One point is a historic global city shaped by rivers, trade, and centuries of human movement.
The other is open ocean — vast, quiet, and rarely crossed.

Perfectly opposite in position, yet radically different in character.

Frequently asked questions

What is an antipode?

An antipode is the point on Earth’s surface directly opposite another point, connected by a straight line passing through the planet’s center.

Is London’s antipode near New Zealand?

Yes. London’s antipode lies east of New Zealand, but still in open ocean.

Are there any cities opposite London?

No major cities are located at London’s exact antipode.

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