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Distance from Dubai to Xi’an

Straight line

5,230 km
3,250 mi · 2,824 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 2 min

Direction

ENE 66°
initial bearing

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How far is Dubai from Xi’an?

Dubai (United Arab Emirates) and Xi’an (China) are very far apart: 5,230 km in a straight line, that is 3,250 miles or 2,824 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Dubai, Xi’an lies to the north-east (initial bearing 66°). The route crosses from United Arab Emirates into China. The halfway point is at 32.5412°, 80.7949°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 2 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 Dubai from Xi’an?

The straight-line distance between Dubai and Xi’an is 5,230 km (3,250 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Xi’an from Dubai?

Xi’an is to the north-east of Dubai, at an initial bearing of 66°.

How long is the flight from Dubai to Xi’an?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 2 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.