Day trip from Latakia to Damascus
Damascus lies 229 km (143 mi) south of Latakia, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 229 km (143 mi) apart, Damascus is a realistic day trip from Latakia: about 3 h 44 min each way by road.
| Latakia | Damascus | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Syria | Syria |
| Population | 709,000 | 1.6 million |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | 701 m (2,300 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) | UTC+3 (Asia/Damascus) |
What to see in Damascus
UNESCO World Heritage in the city: Ancient City of Damascus.
Where to book tours and tickets in Damascus
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Staying in Damascus
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Book a hotel in Damascus
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Common questions
How far is Damascus from Latakia?
229 km (143 mi) in a straight line, south of Latakia; by road roughly 280 km (174 mi).
How long does it take to get from Latakia to Damascus by road?
About 3 h 44 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Latakia and Damascus?
No, both are on Asia/Damascus at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.