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Distance from Nantes to Melbourne

Straight line

17,103 km
10,627 mi · 9,235 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 21 h 53 min

Direction

E 81°
initial bearing

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How far is Nantes from Melbourne?

Nantes (France) and Melbourne (Australia) are very far apart: 17,103 km in a straight line, that is 10,627 miles or 9,235 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Nantes, Melbourne lies to the east (initial bearing 81°). The route crosses from France into Australia. The halfway point is at 15.4797°, 85.7774°.

A direct flight would take about 21 h 53 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 Melbourne?

The straight-line distance between Nantes and Melbourne is 17,103 km (10,627 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Melbourne from Nantes?

Melbourne is to the east of Nantes, at an initial bearing of 81°.

How long is the flight from Nantes to Melbourne?

A direct flight would take about 21 h 53 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.