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Distance from Chongqing to Birmingham

Straight line

8,589 km
5,337 mi · 4,638 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 14 min

Direction

NW 324°
initial bearing

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How far is Chongqing from Birmingham?

Chongqing (China) and Birmingham (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 8,589 km in a straight line, that is 5,337 miles or 4,638 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chongqing, Birmingham lies to the north-west (initial bearing 324°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 55.3245°, 66.0796°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 14 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 Chongqing from Birmingham?

The straight-line distance between Chongqing and Birmingham is 8,589 km (5,337 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Birmingham from Chongqing?

Birmingham is to the north-west of Chongqing, at an initial bearing of 324°.

How long is the flight from Chongqing to Birmingham?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 14 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.