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Distance from Lanzhou to Karachi

Straight line

3,722 km
2,313 mi · 2,010 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 9 min

Direction

W 261°
initial bearing

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How far is Lanzhou from Karachi?

Lanzhou (China) and Karachi (Pakistan) are very far apart: 3,722 km in a straight line, that is 2,313 miles or 2,010 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lanzhou, Karachi lies to the west (initial bearing 261°). The route crosses from China into Pakistan. The halfway point is at 31.7866°, 84.3257°.

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 Lanzhou from Karachi?

The straight-line distance between Lanzhou and Karachi is 3,722 km (2,313 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Karachi from Lanzhou?

Karachi is to the west of Lanzhou, at an initial bearing of 261°.

How long is the flight from Lanzhou to Karachi?

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.