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Distance from London to Handan

Straight line

8,361 km
5,196 mi · 4,515 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 57 min

Direction

NE 49°
initial bearing

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How far is London from Handan?

London (United Kingdom) and Handan (China) are very far apart: 8,361 km in a straight line, that is 5,196 miles or 4,515 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From London, Handan lies to the north-east (initial bearing 49°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into China. The halfway point is at 60.3528°, 68.3242°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 57 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 Handan?

The straight-line distance between London and Handan is 8,361 km (5,196 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Handan from London?

Handan is to the north-east of London, at an initial bearing of 49°.

How long is the flight from London to Handan?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 57 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.