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Distance from Beijing to San Jose

Straight line

9,593 km
5,961 mi · 5,180 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 29 min

Direction

NE 43°
initial bearing

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How far is Beijing from San Jose?

Beijing (China) and San Jose (United States) are very far apart: 9,593 km in a straight line, that is 5,961 miles or 5,180 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Beijing, San Jose lies to the north-east (initial bearing 43°). The route crosses from China into United States. The halfway point is at 58.6208°, 179.0905°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 29 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 San Jose?

The straight-line distance between Beijing and San Jose is 9,593 km (5,961 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is San Jose from Beijing?

San Jose is to the north-east of Beijing, at an initial bearing of 43°.

How long is the flight from Beijing to San Jose?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 29 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.