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Distance from Saitama to Beijing

Straight line

2,087 km
1,297 mi · 1,127 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 7 min

Direction

WNW 289°
initial bearing

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How far is Saitama from Beijing?

Saitama (Japan) and Beijing (China) are quite far apart: 2,087 km in a straight line, that is 1,297 miles or 1,127 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Saitama, Beijing lies to the west (initial bearing 289°). The route crosses from Japan into China. The halfway point is at 38.4849°, 128.3475°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 7 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 Saitama from Beijing?

The straight-line distance between Saitama and Beijing is 2,087 km (1,297 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Beijing from Saitama?

Beijing is to the west of Saitama, at an initial bearing of 289°.

How long is the flight from Saitama to Beijing?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 7 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.