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Distance from Chengdu to Chennai

Straight line

3,123 km
1,940 mi · 1,686 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 4 h 24 min

Direction

WSW 237°
initial bearing

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How far is Chengdu from Chennai?

Chengdu (China) and Chennai (India) are very far apart: 3,123 km in a straight line, that is 1,940 miles or 1,686 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chengdu, Chennai lies to the south-west (initial bearing 237°). The route crosses from China into India. The halfway point is at 22.3089°, 91.4234°.

A direct flight would take about 4 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 Chengdu from Chennai?

The straight-line distance between Chengdu and Chennai is 3,123 km (1,940 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Chennai from Chengdu?

Chennai is to the south-west of Chengdu, at an initial bearing of 237°.

How long is the flight from Chengdu to Chennai?

A direct flight would take about 4 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.