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Distance from Beijing to Islington

Straight line

8,159 km
5,070 mi · 4,405 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 42 min

Direction

NW 324°
initial bearing

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How far is Beijing from Islington?

Beijing (China) and Islington (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 8,159 km in a straight line, that is 5,070 miles or 4,405 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Beijing, Islington lies to the north-west (initial bearing 324°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 62.5088°, 67.7258°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 42 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 Beijing from Islington?

The straight-line distance between Beijing and Islington is 8,159 km (5,070 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Islington from Beijing?

Islington is to the north-west of Beijing, at an initial bearing of 324°.

How long is the flight from Beijing to Islington?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 42 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.