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Distance from Nanjing to Tripoli

Straight line

9,408 km
5,846 mi · 5,080 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 16 min

Direction

NW 306°
initial bearing

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How far is Nanjing from Tripoli?

Nanjing (China) and Tripoli (Libya) are very far apart: 9,408 km in a straight line, that is 5,846 miles or 5,080 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Nanjing, Tripoli lies to the north-west (initial bearing 306°). The route crosses from China into Libya. The halfway point is at 46.4663°, 66.3287°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 16 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 Tripoli?

The straight-line distance between Nanjing and Tripoli is 9,408 km (5,846 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tripoli from Nanjing?

Tripoli is to the north-west of Nanjing, at an initial bearing of 306°.

How long is the flight from Nanjing to Tripoli?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 16 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.