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Distance from Shanghai to Kherson

Straight line

7,479 km
4,647 mi · 4,039 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 51 min

Direction

NW 312°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Kherson?

Shanghai (China) and Kherson (Ukraine) are very far apart: 7,479 km in a straight line, that is 4,647 miles or 4,039 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Kherson lies to the north-west (initial bearing 312°). The route crosses from China into Ukraine. The halfway point is at 48.3632°, 83.1621°.

A direct flight would take about 9 h 51 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 Kherson?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Kherson is 7,479 km (4,647 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kherson from Shanghai?

Kherson is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 312°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Kherson?

A direct flight would take about 9 h 51 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.