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Distance from Damascus to Nanjing

Straight line

7,502 km
4,662 mi · 4,051 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 53 min

Direction

ENE 66°
initial bearing

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How far is Damascus from Nanjing?

Damascus (Syria) and Nanjing (China) are very far apart: 7,502 km in a straight line, that is 4,662 miles or 4,051 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Damascus, Nanjing lies to the north-east (initial bearing 66°). The route crosses from Syria into China. The halfway point is at 40.5833°, 77.9436°.

A direct flight would take about 9 h 53 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 Damascus from Nanjing?

The straight-line distance between Damascus and Nanjing is 7,502 km (4,662 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nanjing from Damascus?

Nanjing is to the north-east of Damascus, at an initial bearing of 66°.

How long is the flight from Damascus to Nanjing?

A direct flight would take about 9 h 53 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.