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Distance from Hangzhou to Lyon

Straight line

9,366 km
5,820 mi · 5,057 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 12 min

Direction

NW 321°
initial bearing

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How far is Hangzhou from Lyon?

Hangzhou (China) and Lyon (France) are very far apart: 9,366 km in a straight line, that is 5,820 miles or 5,057 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Hangzhou, Lyon lies to the north-west (initial bearing 321°). The route crosses from China into France. The halfway point is at 55.2485°, 72.0156°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 12 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 Lyon?

The straight-line distance between Hangzhou and Lyon is 9,366 km (5,820 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lyon from Hangzhou?

Lyon is to the north-west of Hangzhou, at an initial bearing of 321°.

How long is the flight from Hangzhou to Lyon?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 12 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.