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Distance from Guangzhou to Melbourne

Straight line

7,517 km
4,671 mi · 4,059 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 54 min

Direction

SSE 153°
initial bearing

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How far is Guangzhou from Melbourne?

Guangzhou (China) and Melbourne (Australia) are very far apart: 7,517 km in a straight line, that is 4,671 miles or 4,059 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Guangzhou, Melbourne lies to the south-east (initial bearing 153°). The route crosses from China into Australia. The halfway point is at -7.6342°, 127.8723°.

A direct flight would take about 9 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 Guangzhou from Melbourne?

The straight-line distance between Guangzhou and Melbourne is 7,517 km (4,671 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Melbourne from Guangzhou?

Melbourne is to the south-east of Guangzhou, at an initial bearing of 153°.

How long is the flight from Guangzhou to Melbourne?

A direct flight would take about 9 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.