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Distance from Sapporo to Shantou

Straight line

3,147 km
1,955 mi · 1,699 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 4 h 26 min

Direction

SW 234°
initial bearing

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How far is Sapporo from Shantou?

Sapporo (Japan) and Shantou (China) are very far apart: 3,147 km in a straight line, that is 1,955 miles or 1,699 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sapporo, Shantou lies to the south-west (initial bearing 234°). The route crosses from Japan into China. The halfway point is at 33.8236°, 127.6104°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 26 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 Shantou?

The straight-line distance between Sapporo and Shantou is 3,147 km (1,955 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shantou from Sapporo?

Shantou is to the south-west of Sapporo, at an initial bearing of 234°.

How long is the flight from Sapporo to Shantou?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 26 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.