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Distance from Shanghai to Leeds

Straight line

9,113 km
5,663 mi · 4,921 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 53 min

Direction

NNW 330°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Leeds?

Shanghai (China) and Leeds (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 9,113 km in a straight line, that is 5,663 miles or 4,921 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Leeds lies to the north-west (initial bearing 330°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 61.2214°, 78.5783°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 53 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 Leeds?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Leeds is 9,113 km (5,663 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Leeds from Shanghai?

Leeds is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 330°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Leeds?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 53 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.