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Distance from Hangzhou to Essen

Straight line

8,854 km
5,502 mi · 4,781 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 34 min

Direction

NW 324°
initial bearing

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How far is Hangzhou from Essen?

Hangzhou (China) and Essen (Germany) are very far apart: 8,854 km in a straight line, that is 5,502 miles or 4,781 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Hangzhou, Essen lies to the north-west (initial bearing 324°). The route crosses from China into Germany. The halfway point is at 56.7633°, 77.3510°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 34 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 Hangzhou from Essen?

The straight-line distance between Hangzhou and Essen is 8,854 km (5,502 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Essen from Hangzhou?

Essen is to the north-west of Hangzhou, at an initial bearing of 324°.

How long is the flight from Hangzhou to Essen?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 34 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.