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Distance from Jinan to Nairobi

Straight line

9,222 km
5,730 mi · 4,979 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 2 min

Direction

W 263°
initial bearing

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How far is Jinan from Nairobi?

Jinan (China) and Nairobi (Kenya) are very far apart: 9,222 km in a straight line, that is 5,730 miles or 4,979 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Jinan, Nairobi lies to the west (initial bearing 263°). The route crosses from China into Kenya. The halfway point is at 22.5485°, 71.6315°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 2 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 Nairobi?

The straight-line distance between Jinan and Nairobi is 9,222 km (5,730 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nairobi from Jinan?

Nairobi is to the west of Jinan, at an initial bearing of 263°.

How long is the flight from Jinan to Nairobi?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 2 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.