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Distance from London to Sendai

Straight line

9,361 km
5,817 mi · 5,055 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 12 min

Direction

NNE 30°
initial bearing

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How far is London from Sendai?

London (United Kingdom) and Sendai (Japan) are very far apart: 9,361 km in a straight line, that is 5,817 miles or 5,055 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From London, Sendai lies to the north-east (initial bearing 30°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Japan. The halfway point is at 70.5780°, 88.4488°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 12 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 Sendai?

The straight-line distance between London and Sendai is 9,361 km (5,817 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sendai from London?

Sendai is to the north-east of London, at an initial bearing of 30°.

How long is the flight from London to Sendai?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 12 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.