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Distance from Chengdu to Nantes

Straight line

8,633 km
5,364 mi · 4,661 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 17 min

Direction

NW 318°
initial bearing

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How far is Chengdu from Nantes?

Chengdu (China) and Nantes (France) are very far apart: 8,633 km in a straight line, that is 5,364 miles or 4,661 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chengdu, Nantes lies to the north-west (initial bearing 318°). The route crosses from China into France. The halfway point is at 52.8774°, 60.0619°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 17 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 Nantes?

The straight-line distance between Chengdu and Nantes is 8,633 km (5,364 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nantes from Chengdu?

Nantes is to the north-west of Chengdu, at an initial bearing of 318°.

How long is the flight from Chengdu to Nantes?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 17 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.