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Distance from Athens to Taipei

Straight line

8,977 km
5,578 mi · 4,847 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 43 min

Direction

ENE 65°
initial bearing

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How far is Athens from Taipei?

Athens (Greece) and Taipei (Taiwan) are very far apart: 8,977 km in a straight line, that is 5,578 miles or 4,847 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Athens, Taipei lies to the north-east (initial bearing 65°). The route crosses from Greece into Taiwan. The halfway point is at 42.9185°, 77.1863°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 43 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Athens from Taipei?

The straight-line distance between Athens and Taipei is 8,977 km (5,578 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Taipei from Athens?

Taipei is to the north-east of Athens, at an initial bearing of 65°.

How long is the flight from Athens to Taipei?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 43 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.