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Distance from Katowice to Tokyo

Straight line

8,852 km
5,500 mi · 4,780 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 34 min

Direction

NE 45°
initial bearing

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How far is Katowice from Tokyo?

Katowice (Poland) and Tokyo (Japan) are very far apart: 8,852 km in a straight line, that is 5,500 miles or 4,780 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Katowice, Tokyo lies to the north-east (initial bearing 45°). The route crosses from Poland into Japan. The halfway point is at 61.5085°, 91.1680°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 34 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 Katowice from Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Katowice and Tokyo is 8,852 km (5,500 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tokyo from Katowice?

Tokyo is to the north-east of Katowice, at an initial bearing of 45°.

How long is the flight from Katowice to Tokyo?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 34 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.