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Distance from Sendai to London

Straight line

9,361 km
5,817 mi · 5,055 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 12 min

Direction

NNW 337°
initial bearing

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How far is Sendai from London?

Sendai (Japan) and London (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 9,361 km in a straight line, that is 5,817 miles or 5,055 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sendai, London lies to the north-west (initial bearing 337°). The route crosses from Japan into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 70.5780°, 88.4488°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 12 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 Sendai from London?

The straight-line distance between Sendai and London is 9,361 km (5,817 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is London from Sendai?

London is to the north-west of Sendai, at an initial bearing of 337°.

How long is the flight from Sendai to London?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 12 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.