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Distance from Shanghai to Kazan

Straight line

6,120 km
3,803 mi · 3,305 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 9 min

Direction

NW 319°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Kazan?

Shanghai (China) and Kazan (Russia) are very far apart: 6,120 km in a straight line, that is 3,803 miles or 3,305 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Kazan lies to the north-west (initial bearing 319°). The route crosses from China into Russia. The halfway point is at 49.2981°, 93.8810°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 9 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 Kazan?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Kazan is 6,120 km (3,803 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kazan from Shanghai?

Kazan is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 319°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Kazan?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 9 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.