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Distance from Karachi to Shantou

Straight line

5,027 km
3,124 mi · 2,715 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 47 min

Direction

E 81°
initial bearing

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How far is Karachi from Shantou?

Karachi (Pakistan) and Shantou (China) are very far apart: 5,027 km in a straight line, that is 3,124 miles or 2,715 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Karachi, Shantou lies to the east (initial bearing 81°). The route crosses from Pakistan into China. The halfway point is at 26.2574°, 92.0173°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 47 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 Karachi from Shantou?

The straight-line distance between Karachi and Shantou is 5,027 km (3,124 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shantou from Karachi?

Shantou is to the east of Karachi, at an initial bearing of 81°.

How long is the flight from Karachi to Shantou?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 47 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.