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Distance from Chennai to Quito

Straight line

17,291 km
10,744 mi · 9,336 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 22 h 7 min

Direction

WNW 300°
initial bearing

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How far is Chennai from Quito?

Chennai (India) and Quito (Ecuador) are very far apart: 17,291 km in a straight line, that is 10,744 miles or 9,336 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chennai, Quito lies to the north-west (initial bearing 300°). The route crosses from India into Ecuador. The halfway point is at 31.4310°, -3.1447°.

A direct flight would take about 22 h 7 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 Chennai from Quito?

The straight-line distance between Chennai and Quito is 17,291 km (10,744 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Quito from Chennai?

Quito is to the north-west of Chennai, at an initial bearing of 300°.

How long is the flight from Chennai to Quito?

A direct flight would take about 22 h 7 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.