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Distance from Kunming to Tokyo

Straight line

3,720 km
2,311 mi · 2,009 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 9 min

Direction

ENE 63°
initial bearing

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How far is Kunming from Tokyo?

Kunming (China) and Tokyo (Japan) are very far apart: 3,720 km in a straight line, that is 2,311 miles or 2,009 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kunming, Tokyo lies to the north-east (initial bearing 63°). The route crosses from China into Japan. The halfway point is at 31.7007°, 120.1590°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 9 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 Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Kunming and Tokyo is 3,720 km (2,311 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tokyo from Kunming?

Tokyo is to the north-east of Kunming, at an initial bearing of 63°.

How long is the flight from Kunming to Tokyo?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 9 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.