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Distance from Kyiv to Shantou

Straight line

7,778 km
4,833 mi · 4,200 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 13 min

Direction

ENE 77°
initial bearing

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How far is Kyiv from Shantou?

Kyiv (Ukraine) and Shantou (China) are very far apart: 7,778 km in a straight line, that is 4,833 miles or 4,200 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kyiv, Shantou lies to the east (initial bearing 77°). The route crosses from Ukraine into China. The halfway point is at 45.4043°, 83.2275°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 13 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 Kyiv from Shantou?

The straight-line distance between Kyiv and Shantou is 7,778 km (4,833 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shantou from Kyiv?

Shantou is to the east of Kyiv, at an initial bearing of 77°.

How long is the flight from Kyiv to Shantou?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 13 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.