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Distance from Sapporo to Kunming

Straight line

4,039 km
2,510 mi · 2,181 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 33 min

Direction

WSW 253°
initial bearing

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How far is Sapporo from Kunming?

Sapporo (Japan) and Kunming (China) are very far apart: 4,039 km in a straight line, that is 2,510 miles or 2,181 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sapporo, Kunming lies to the west (initial bearing 253°). The route crosses from Japan into China. The halfway point is at 35.5897°, 119.8821°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 33 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 Kunming?

The straight-line distance between Sapporo and Kunming is 4,039 km (2,510 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kunming from Sapporo?

Kunming is to the west of Sapporo, at an initial bearing of 253°.

How long is the flight from Sapporo to Kunming?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 33 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.