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Distance from Shanghai to Mandalay

Straight line

2,719 km
1,689 mi · 1,468 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 54 min

Direction

WSW 254°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Mandalay?

Shanghai (China) and Mandalay (Myanmar (Burma)) are very far apart: 2,719 km in a straight line, that is 1,689 miles or 1,468 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Mandalay lies to the west (initial bearing 254°). The route crosses from China into Myanmar (Burma). The halfway point is at 27.1687°, 108.2485°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 54 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 Mandalay?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Mandalay is 2,719 km (1,689 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Mandalay from Shanghai?

Mandalay is to the west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 254°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Mandalay?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 54 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.