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Distance from Nantes to Beijing

Straight line

8,573 km
5,327 mi · 4,629 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 13 min

Direction

NE 44°
initial bearing

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How far is Nantes from Beijing?

Nantes (France) and Beijing (China) are very far apart: 8,573 km in a straight line, that is 5,327 miles or 4,629 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Nantes, Beijing lies to the north-east (initial bearing 44°). The route crosses from France into China. The halfway point is at 61.4228°, 63.1895°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 13 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 Nantes from Beijing?

The straight-line distance between Nantes and Beijing is 8,573 km (5,327 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Beijing from Nantes?

Beijing is to the north-east of Nantes, at an initial bearing of 44°.

How long is the flight from Nantes to Beijing?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 13 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.