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Distance from Chongqing to Essen

Straight line

8,110 km
5,039 mi · 4,379 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 38 min

Direction

NW 320°
initial bearing

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How far is Chongqing from Essen?

Chongqing (China) and Essen (Germany) are very far apart: 8,110 km in a straight line, that is 5,039 miles or 4,379 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chongqing, Essen lies to the north-west (initial bearing 320°). The route crosses from China into Germany. The halfway point is at 52.3955°, 67.8357°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 38 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 Essen?

The straight-line distance between Chongqing and Essen is 8,110 km (5,039 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Essen from Chongqing?

Essen is to the north-west of Chongqing, at an initial bearing of 320°.

How long is the flight from Chongqing to Essen?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 38 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.