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Distance from Sapporo to Kolkata

Straight line

5,353 km
3,326 mi · 2,890 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 11 min

Direction

W 262°
initial bearing

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How far is Sapporo from Kolkata?

Sapporo (Japan) and Kolkata (India) are very far apart: 5,353 km in a straight line, that is 3,326 miles or 2,890 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sapporo, Kolkata lies to the west (initial bearing 262°). The route crosses from Japan into India. The halfway point is at 35.7261°, 111.5296°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 11 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 Sapporo from Kolkata?

The straight-line distance between Sapporo and Kolkata is 5,353 km (3,326 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kolkata from Sapporo?

Kolkata is to the west of Sapporo, at an initial bearing of 262°.

How long is the flight from Sapporo to Kolkata?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 11 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.