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Distance from Gent to Nanchong

Straight line

8,201 km
5,096 mi · 4,428 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 45 min

Direction

ENE 61°
initial bearing

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How far is Gent from Nanchong?

Gent (Belgium) and Nanchong (China) are very far apart: 8,201 km in a straight line, that is 5,096 miles or 4,428 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Gent, Nanchong lies to the north-east (initial bearing 61°). The route crosses from Belgium into China. The halfway point is at 53.6351°, 65.7960°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 45 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 Nanchong?

The straight-line distance between Gent and Nanchong is 8,201 km (5,096 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nanchong from Gent?

Nanchong is to the north-east of Gent, at an initial bearing of 61°.

How long is the flight from Gent to Nanchong?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 45 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.