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Distance from Dongguan to Cardiff

Straight line

9,730 km
6,046 mi · 5,254 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 40 min

Direction

NW 326°
initial bearing

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How far is Dongguan from Cardiff?

Dongguan (China) and Cardiff (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 9,730 km in a straight line, that is 6,046 miles or 5,254 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Dongguan, Cardiff lies to the north-west (initial bearing 326°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 54.2081°, 72.7300°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 40 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 Cardiff?

The straight-line distance between Dongguan and Cardiff is 9,730 km (6,046 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Cardiff from Dongguan?

Cardiff is to the north-west of Dongguan, at an initial bearing of 326°.

How long is the flight from Dongguan to Cardiff?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 40 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.