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Distance from Kunming to London

Straight line

8,702 km
5,407 mi · 4,699 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 23 min

Direction

NW 322°
initial bearing

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How far is Kunming from London?

Kunming (China) and London (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 8,702 km in a straight line, that is 5,407 miles or 4,699 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kunming, London lies to the north-west (initial bearing 322°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 50.9428°, 64.3925°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 23 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 London?

The straight-line distance between Kunming and London is 8,702 km (5,407 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is London from Kunming?

London is to the north-west of Kunming, at an initial bearing of 322°.

How long is the flight from Kunming to London?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 23 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.