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Distance from Nottingham to Shanghai

Straight line

9,158 km
5,691 mi · 4,945 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 57 min

Direction

NE 47°
initial bearing

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How far is Nottingham from Shanghai?

Nottingham (United Kingdom) and Shanghai (China) are very far apart: 9,158 km in a straight line, that is 5,691 miles or 4,945 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Nottingham, Shanghai lies to the north-east (initial bearing 47°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into China. The halfway point is at 60.8536°, 77.7275°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 57 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 Nottingham from Shanghai?

The straight-line distance between Nottingham and Shanghai is 9,158 km (5,691 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shanghai from Nottingham?

Shanghai is to the north-east of Nottingham, at an initial bearing of 47°.

How long is the flight from Nottingham to Shanghai?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 57 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.