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Distance from Shanghai to Luton

Straight line

9,204 km
5,719 mi · 4,970 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h

Direction

NNW 328°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Luton?

Shanghai (China) and Luton (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 9,204 km in a straight line, that is 5,719 miles or 4,970 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Luton lies to the north-west (initial bearing 328°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 60.2844°, 76.7274°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h (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 Luton?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Luton is 9,204 km (5,719 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Luton from Shanghai?

Luton is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 328°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Luton?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 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.