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Distance from Birkenhead to Shenzhen

Straight line

9,661 km
6,003 mi · 5,216 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 35 min

Direction

NE 55°
initial bearing

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How far is Birkenhead from Shenzhen?

Birkenhead (United Kingdom) and Shenzhen (China) are very far apart: 9,661 km in a straight line, that is 6,003 miles or 5,216 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Birkenhead, Shenzhen lies to the north-east (initial bearing 55°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into China. The halfway point is at 54.6666°, 74.9156°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 35 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 Birkenhead from Shenzhen?

The straight-line distance between Birkenhead and Shenzhen is 9,661 km (6,003 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shenzhen from Birkenhead?

Shenzhen is to the north-east of Birkenhead, at an initial bearing of 55°.

How long is the flight from Birkenhead to Shenzhen?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 35 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.