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Distance from Kunming to Damascus

Straight line

6,417 km
3,987 mi · 3,465 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 31 min

Direction

WNW 295°
initial bearing

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How far is Kunming from Damascus?

Kunming (China) and Damascus (Syria) are very far apart: 6,417 km in a straight line, that is 3,987 miles or 3,465 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kunming, Damascus lies to the north-west (initial bearing 295°). The route crosses from China into Syria. The halfway point is at 33.8144°, 71.0619°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 31 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 Kunming from Damascus?

The straight-line distance between Kunming and Damascus is 6,417 km (3,987 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Damascus from Kunming?

Damascus is to the north-west of Kunming, at an initial bearing of 295°.

How long is the flight from Kunming to Damascus?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 31 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.