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Distance from Hangzhou to Nairobi

Straight line

9,446 km
5,870 mi · 5,101 NM

By road

9,139 km
5,679 mi

Travel time

119 h 13 min
flight ≈ 12 h 18 min

Direction

W 266°
initial bearing

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How far is Hangzhou from Nairobi?

Hangzhou (China) and Nairobi (Kenya) are very far apart: 9,446 km in a straight line, that is 5,870 miles or 5,101 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Hangzhou to Nairobi is 9,139 km (5,679 miles), about 119 h 13 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Hangzhou, Nairobi lies to the west (initial bearing 266°). The route crosses from China into Kenya. The halfway point is at 19.0664°, 74.7636°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 18 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 Nairobi?

By road it is 9,139 km (5,679 miles) from Hangzhou to Nairobi; in a straight line it is 9,446 km (5,870 miles).

How long is the drive from Hangzhou to Nairobi?

About 119 h 13 min on the fastest route (9,139 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Nairobi from Hangzhou?

Nairobi is to the west of Hangzhou, at an initial bearing of 266°.

How long is the flight from Hangzhou to Nairobi?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 18 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.