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Distance from Edinburgh to Nanchong

Straight line

8,315 km
5,166 mi · 4,489 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 54 min

Direction

ENE 57°
initial bearing

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How far is Edinburgh from Nanchong?

Edinburgh (United Kingdom) and Nanchong (China) are very far apart: 8,315 km in a straight line, that is 5,166 miles or 4,489 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Edinburgh, Nanchong lies to the north-east (initial bearing 57°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into China. The halfway point is at 57.4220°, 67.9900°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 54 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 Edinburgh from Nanchong?

The straight-line distance between Edinburgh and Nanchong is 8,315 km (5,166 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nanchong from Edinburgh?

Nanchong is to the north-east of Edinburgh, at an initial bearing of 57°.

How long is the flight from Edinburgh to Nanchong?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 54 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.