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Distance from Guangzhou to Leipzig

Straight line

8,752 km
5,438 mi · 4,726 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 26 min

Direction

NW 321°
initial bearing

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How far is Guangzhou from Leipzig?

Guangzhou (China) and Leipzig (Germany) are very far apart: 8,752 km in a straight line, that is 5,438 miles or 4,726 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Guangzhou, Leipzig lies to the north-west (initial bearing 321°). The route crosses from China into Germany. The halfway point is at 49.2934°, 75.8298°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 26 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 Guangzhou from Leipzig?

The straight-line distance between Guangzhou and Leipzig is 8,752 km (5,438 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Leipzig from Guangzhou?

Leipzig is to the north-west of Guangzhou, at an initial bearing of 321°.

How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Leipzig?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 26 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.