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Distance from Kiel to Nanjing

Straight line

8,264 km
5,135 mi · 4,462 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 50 min

Direction

ENE 57°
initial bearing

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How far is Kiel from Nanjing?

Kiel (Germany) and Nanjing (China) are very far apart: 8,264 km in a straight line, that is 5,135 miles or 4,462 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kiel, Nanjing lies to the north-east (initial bearing 57°). The route crosses from Germany into China. The halfway point is at 57.3201°, 78.8816°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 50 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 Kiel from Nanjing?

The straight-line distance between Kiel and Nanjing is 8,264 km (5,135 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nanjing from Kiel?

Nanjing is to the north-east of Kiel, at an initial bearing of 57°.

How long is the flight from Kiel to Nanjing?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 50 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.