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Distance from Nanjing to Accra

Straight line

12,348 km
7,673 mi · 6,667 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 15 h 56 min

Direction

WNW 291°
initial bearing

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How far is Nanjing from Accra?

Nanjing (China) and Accra (Ghana) are very far apart: 12,348 km in a straight line, that is 7,673 miles or 6,667 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Nanjing, Accra lies to the west (initial bearing 291°). The route crosses from China into Ghana. The halfway point is at 33.6120°, 51.5393°.

A direct flight would take about 15 h 56 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 Nanjing from Accra?

The straight-line distance between Nanjing and Accra is 12,348 km (7,673 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Accra from Nanjing?

Accra is to the west of Nanjing, at an initial bearing of 291°.

How long is the flight from Nanjing to Accra?

A direct flight would take about 15 h 56 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.