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Distance from Basrah to Beijing

Straight line

6,182 km
3,842 mi · 3,338 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 14 min

Direction

ENE 60°
initial bearing

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How far is Basrah from Beijing?

Basrah (Iraq) and Beijing (China) are very far apart: 6,182 km in a straight line, that is 3,842 miles or 3,338 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Basrah, Beijing lies to the north-east (initial bearing 60°). The route crosses from Iraq into China. The halfway point is at 40.4838°, 79.8221°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 14 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 Basrah from Beijing?

The straight-line distance between Basrah and Beijing is 6,182 km (3,842 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Beijing from Basrah?

Beijing is to the north-east of Basrah, at an initial bearing of 60°.

How long is the flight from Basrah to Beijing?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 14 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.