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Distance from Dongguan to Cape Town

Straight line

11,872 km
7,377 mi · 6,410 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 15 h 20 min

Direction

WSW 240°
initial bearing

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How far is Dongguan from Cape Town?

Dongguan (China) and Cape Town (South Africa) are very far apart: 11,872 km in a straight line, that is 7,377 miles or 6,410 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Dongguan, Cape Town lies to the south-west (initial bearing 240°). The route crosses from China into South Africa. The halfway point is at -8.0559°, 69.3386°.

A direct flight would take about 15 h 20 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 Dongguan from Cape Town?

The straight-line distance between Dongguan and Cape Town is 11,872 km (7,377 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Cape Town from Dongguan?

Cape Town is to the south-west of Dongguan, at an initial bearing of 240°.

How long is the flight from Dongguan to Cape Town?

A direct flight would take about 15 h 20 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.