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Distance from Shanghai to Bordeaux

Straight line

9,749 km
6,058 mi · 5,264 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 41 min

Direction

NW 323°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Bordeaux?

Shanghai (China) and Bordeaux (France) are very far apart: 9,749 km in a straight line, that is 6,058 miles or 5,264 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Bordeaux lies to the north-west (initial bearing 323°). The route crosses from China into France. The halfway point is at 57.8631°, 70.0100°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 41 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 Shanghai from Bordeaux?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Bordeaux is 9,749 km (6,058 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Bordeaux from Shanghai?

Bordeaux is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 323°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Bordeaux?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 41 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.