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Distance from Kano to Xi’an

Straight line

10,206 km
6,342 mi · 5,511 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 13 h 15 min

Direction

NE 54°
initial bearing

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How far is Kano from Xi’an?

Kano (Nigeria) and Xi’an (China) are very far apart: 10,206 km in a straight line, that is 6,342 miles or 5,511 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kano, Xi’an lies to the north-east (initial bearing 54°). The route crosses from Nigeria into China. The halfway point is at 33.5843°, 52.9625°.

A direct flight would take about 13 h 15 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 Kano from Xi’an?

The straight-line distance between Kano and Xi’an is 10,206 km (6,342 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Xi’an from Kano?

Xi’an is to the north-east of Kano, at an initial bearing of 54°.

How long is the flight from Kano to Xi’an?

A direct flight would take about 13 h 15 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.