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Distance from Chicago to Wuhan

Straight line

11,677 km
7,255 mi · 6,305 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 15 h 6 min

Direction

NNW 341°
initial bearing

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How far is Chicago from Wuhan?

Chicago (United States) and Wuhan (China) are very far apart: 11,677 km in a straight line, that is 7,255 miles or 6,305 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chicago, Wuhan lies to the north (initial bearing 341°). The route crosses from United States into China. The halfway point is at 74.5146°, 172.8491°.

A direct flight would take about 15 h 6 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 Chicago from Wuhan?

The straight-line distance between Chicago and Wuhan is 11,677 km (7,255 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Wuhan from Chicago?

Wuhan is to the north of Chicago, at an initial bearing of 341°.

How long is the flight from Chicago to Wuhan?

A direct flight would take about 15 h 6 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.