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Distance from Gent to Bangkok

Straight line

9,298 km
5,777 mi · 5,020 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 7 min

Direction

ENE 76°
initial bearing

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How far is Gent from Bangkok?

Gent (Belgium) and Bangkok (Thailand) are very far apart: 9,298 km in a straight line, that is 5,777 miles or 5,020 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Gent, Bangkok lies to the east (initial bearing 76°). The route crosses from Belgium into Thailand. The halfway point is at 42.8967°, 65.6684°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 7 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 Gent from Bangkok?

The straight-line distance between Gent and Bangkok is 9,298 km (5,777 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bangkok from Gent?

Bangkok is to the east of Gent, at an initial bearing of 76°.

How long is the flight from Gent to Bangkok?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 7 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.