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Ighiu, Alba County, Romania – Romania Flag

Current Date And Time In Ighiu, Romania

Saturday, 01 August 2026
02:23:29 EEST
Currency: Romanian Leu (RON)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 6,294
District: Comuna Ighiu

🗺 Map of Ighiu, Alba County, Romania – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Ighiu, a city in Alba County, Romania, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Ighiu — all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Ighiu.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for Romania operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Ighiu, Alba County

📍 LATITUDE
46.15°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
23.517°
East (E)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)46.15° N23.5167° E
Signed Decimal Degrees46.1523.5167
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)46° 8' 60" N23° 31' 0" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)46° 9' N23° 31.0002' E

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Ighiu Today

🔥 SUNRISE
06:06 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:58 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 51m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:32 PM
Calculated for today (01 Aug 2026) from Ighiu’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Ighiu’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,137 km
(3,192 mi) • Ighiu is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
1,814 km
(1,127 mi) • Ighiu is in the eastern hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
46.15° S, 156.483° W
The point exactly opposite Ighiu through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Ighiu, you'd surface nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, about 1,592 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Ighiu

📍 Location Details

CityIghiu
StateAlba County (Județul Alba)
CountryRomania
ContinentEurope
DistrictComuna Ighiu
Time Zone+02:00

📈 Area & Population

Population6,294
Elevation282 m / 925 ft
GPS (DD)46.15, 23.5167

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Ighiu

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: Alba County
Parent Country: Romania

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 6,294
🏆 State Rank: #10 of 156 most populous in Alba County

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ighiu to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around Alba County.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
ȚelnaAlba CountyNW2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
Bucerdea VinoasăAlba CountyNE2 km1 mi~2m🗺 View
ȘardAlba CountySE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
IghielAlba CountyW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
CricăuAlba CountyNE5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View
MiceștiAlba CountySE6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Ighiu to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • Alba Iulia
11 km (7 mi)
SE of Ighiu • ~11m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • Bucharest
279 km (173 mi)
SE of Ighiu • ~4h 39m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in Alba County

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in Alba County, the home state of Ighiu, along with each city's aerial distance from Alba Iulia, Alba County's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
Alba Iulia46.0667° N23.5833° E219 m0 km🗺 View Map
Aiud46.3101° N23.7213° E254 m29 km🗺 View Map
Sebeş45.9565° N23.571° E254 m12 km🗺 View Map
Cugir45.8365° N23.37° E300 m30 km🗺 View Map
Blaj46.1751° N23.9158° E246 m28 km🗺 View Map
Ocna Mureş46.3833° N23.85° E254 m41 km🗺 View Map
Zlatna46.1063° N23.2316° E407 m27 km🗺 View Map
Câmpeni46.3667° N23.05° E559 m53 km🗺 View Map
Teiuş46.2° N23.6833° E238 m17 km🗺 View Map
Abrud46.2741° N23.0634° E598 m46 km🗺 View Map
✈️ Nearest Airport
Sibiu International Airport
IATA: SBZ
60 km (37 mi) from Ighiu
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🌍 Ighiu Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Ighiu Matter

The exact GPS location of Ighiu gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside Alba County. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats — DD, DMS and DDM — are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare Alba County state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Ighiu Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Ighiu are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Ighiu

The satellite view of Ighiu lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full Romania map

🌎 Regional Position of Ighiu in Alba County

Ighiu sits within Alba County, Romania, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Ighiu Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Ighiu for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across Alba County. › Browse every city in Alba County

💻 Using Ighiu Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Ighiu in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in Romania. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Ighiu Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Ighiu directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Ighiu. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare Alba County CitiesAccess the full city directory for Alba County ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Ighiu Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Ighiu?

The GPS coordinates of Ighiu are latitude 46.15° and longitude 23.5167°. In directional format: 46.15° N, 23.5167° E. These coordinates mark the center of Ighiu in Alba County and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Ighiu located?

Ighiu is a city in Alba County, Romania, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Comuna Ighiu. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Ighiu?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Ighiu sits at: Latitude 46° 8' 60" N and Longitude 23° 31' 0" E. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Ighiu?

Ighiu has a population of approximately 6,294 people. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in Alba County.

🗺 How can I view Ighiu on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Ighiu is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 46.15, 23.5167 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Ighiu in Alba County. For broader context, explore the Alba County state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Ighiu?

The nearest airport to Ighiu is Sibiu International Airport (SBZ), roughly 60 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Ighiu from Alba Iulia?

Ighiu is approximately 11 km (7 mi) from Alba Iulia, the capital of Alba County, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in Alba County.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Ighiu?

Ighiu sits at an elevation of approximately 282 meters (925 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for Alba County.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Ighiu?

The closest cities to Ighiu include Țelna, Bucerdea Vinoasă, Șard. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Ighiu today?

Today in Ighiu, sunrise is at 06:06 AM and sunset is at 08:58 PM, giving a day length of 14h 51m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Ighiu's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Ighiu from the Equator?

Ighiu is approximately 5,137 km (3,192 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 1,814 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Ighiu?

The antipodal point of Ighiu — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Waitangi, New Zealand, roughly 1,592 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Ighiu from Bucharest, the capital of Romania?

Ighiu is approximately 279 km (173 mi) SE of Bucharest, the national capital of Romania, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.