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Distance from Kyoto to Chengdu

Straight line

2,993 km
1,860 mi · 1,616 NM

By road

2,952 km
1,834 mi

Travel time

45 h 23 min
flight ≈ 4 h 14 min

Direction

W 270°
initial bearing

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How far is Kyoto from Chengdu?

Kyoto (Japan) and Chengdu (China) are very far apart: 2,993 km in a straight line, that is 1,860 miles or 1,616 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Kyoto to Chengdu is 2,952 km (1,834 miles), about 45 h 23 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Kyoto, Chengdu lies to the west (initial bearing 270°). The route crosses from Japan into China. The halfway point is at 33.8622°, 119.5112°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 14 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 Kyoto from Chengdu?

By road it is 2,952 km (1,834 miles) from Kyoto to Chengdu; in a straight line it is 2,993 km (1,860 miles).

How long is the drive from Kyoto to Chengdu?

About 45 h 23 min on the fastest route (2,952 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Chengdu from Kyoto?

Chengdu is to the west of Kyoto, at an initial bearing of 270°.

How long is the flight from Kyoto to Chengdu?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 14 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.