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Distance from Baghdad to Lanzhou

Straight line

5,368 km
3,336 mi · 2,899 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 13 min

Direction

ENE 69°
initial bearing

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How far is Baghdad from Lanzhou?

Baghdad (Iraq) and Lanzhou (China) are very far apart: 5,368 km in a straight line, that is 3,336 miles or 2,899 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Baghdad, Lanzhou lies to the east (initial bearing 69°). The route crosses from Iraq into China. The halfway point is at 38.5632°, 73.5835°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 13 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 Baghdad from Lanzhou?

The straight-line distance between Baghdad and Lanzhou is 5,368 km (3,336 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lanzhou from Baghdad?

Lanzhou is to the east of Baghdad, at an initial bearing of 69°.

How long is the flight from Baghdad to Lanzhou?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 13 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.