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Distance from Chongqing to Kampala

Straight line

8,448 km
5,250 mi · 4,562 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 4 min

Direction

W 262°
initial bearing

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How far is Chongqing from Kampala?

Chongqing (China) and Kampala (Uganda) are very far apart: 8,448 km in a straight line, that is 5,250 miles or 4,562 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chongqing, Kampala lies to the west (initial bearing 262°). The route crosses from China into Uganda. The halfway point is at 18.4472°, 66.5661°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 4 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 Kampala?

The straight-line distance between Chongqing and Kampala is 8,448 km (5,250 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kampala from Chongqing?

Kampala is to the west of Chongqing, at an initial bearing of 262°.

How long is the flight from Chongqing to Kampala?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 4 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.