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Distance from Bordeaux to Nanjing

Straight line

9,520 km
5,916 mi · 5,141 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 24 min

Direction

NE 48°
initial bearing

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How far is Bordeaux from Nanjing?

Bordeaux (France) and Nanjing (China) are very far apart: 9,520 km in a straight line, that is 5,916 miles or 5,141 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Bordeaux, Nanjing lies to the north-east (initial bearing 48°). The route crosses from France into China. The halfway point is at 57.2552°, 67.7435°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 24 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 Bordeaux from Nanjing?

The straight-line distance between Bordeaux and Nanjing is 9,520 km (5,916 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nanjing from Bordeaux?

Nanjing is to the north-east of Bordeaux, at an initial bearing of 48°.

How long is the flight from Bordeaux to Nanjing?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 24 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.