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Distance from London to Changsha

Straight line

9,037 km
5,615 mi · 4,880 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 48 min

Direction

NE 55°
initial bearing

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How far is London from Changsha?

London (United Kingdom) and Changsha (China) are very far apart: 9,037 km in a straight line, that is 5,615 miles or 4,880 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From London, Changsha lies to the north-east (initial bearing 55°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into China. The halfway point is at 55.6899°, 71.0300°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 48 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 London from Changsha?

The straight-line distance between London and Changsha is 9,037 km (5,615 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Changsha from London?

Changsha is to the north-east of London, at an initial bearing of 55°.

How long is the flight from London to Changsha?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 48 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.