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Distance from São Paulo to Kobe

Straight line

18,757 km
11,655 mi · 10,128 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 23 h 57 min

Direction

N 352°
initial bearing

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How far is São Paulo from Kobe?

São Paulo (Brazil) and Kobe (Japan) are very far apart: 18,757 km in a straight line, that is 11,655 miles or 10,128 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From São Paulo, Kobe lies to the north (initial bearing 352°). The route crosses from Brazil into Japan. The halfway point is at 59.8756°, -62.0123°.

A direct flight would take about 23 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 São Paulo from Kobe?

The straight-line distance between São Paulo and Kobe is 18,757 km (11,655 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kobe from São Paulo?

Kobe is to the north of São Paulo, at an initial bearing of 352°.

How long is the flight from São Paulo to Kobe?

A direct flight would take about 23 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.