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Distance from Rotterdam to Shenzhen

Straight line

9,316 km
5,789 mi · 5,030 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 9 min

Direction

ENE 61°
initial bearing

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How far is Rotterdam from Shenzhen?

Rotterdam (Netherlands) and Shenzhen (China) are very far apart: 9,316 km in a straight line, that is 5,789 miles or 5,030 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Rotterdam, Shenzhen lies to the north-east (initial bearing 61°). The route crosses from Netherlands into China. The halfway point is at 51.7532°, 75.0405°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 9 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 Rotterdam from Shenzhen?

The straight-line distance between Rotterdam and Shenzhen is 9,316 km (5,789 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shenzhen from Rotterdam?

Shenzhen is to the north-east of Rotterdam, at an initial bearing of 61°.

How long is the flight from Rotterdam to Shenzhen?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 9 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.