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Distance from Jinan to Mecca

Straight line

7,509 km
4,666 mi · 4,055 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 53 min

Direction

W 281°
initial bearing

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How far is Jinan from Mecca?

Jinan (China) and Mecca (Saudi Arabia) are very far apart: 7,509 km in a straight line, that is 4,666 miles or 4,055 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Jinan, Mecca lies to the west (initial bearing 281°). The route crosses from China into Saudi Arabia. The halfway point is at 35.3470°, 75.0182°.

A direct flight would take about 9 h 53 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 Jinan from Mecca?

The straight-line distance between Jinan and Mecca is 7,509 km (4,666 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Mecca from Jinan?

Mecca is to the west of Jinan, at an initial bearing of 281°.

How long is the flight from Jinan to Mecca?

A direct flight would take about 9 h 53 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.