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Distance from Dakar to Nanjing

Straight line

13,050 km
8,109 mi · 7,046 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 16 h 49 min

Direction

NE 41°
initial bearing

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How far is Dakar from Nanjing?

Dakar (Senegal) and Nanjing (China) are very far apart: 13,050 km in a straight line, that is 8,109 miles or 7,046 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Dakar, Nanjing lies to the north-east (initial bearing 41°). The route crosses from Senegal into China. The halfway point is at 48.8464°, 41.3348°.

A direct flight would take about 16 h 49 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 Dakar from Nanjing?

The straight-line distance between Dakar and Nanjing is 13,050 km (8,109 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nanjing from Dakar?

Nanjing is to the north-east of Dakar, at an initial bearing of 41°.

How long is the flight from Dakar to Nanjing?

A direct flight would take about 16 h 49 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.