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Distance from Shanghai to Maracaibo

Straight line

15,166 km
9,423 mi · 8,189 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 19 h 27 min

Direction

NNE 19°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Maracaibo?

Shanghai (China) and Maracaibo (Venezuela) are very far apart: 15,166 km in a straight line, that is 9,423 miles or 8,189 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Maracaibo lies to the north (initial bearing 19°). The route crosses from China into Venezuela. The halfway point is at 70.8288°, -123.8680°.

A direct flight would take about 19 h 27 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 Maracaibo?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Maracaibo is 15,166 km (9,423 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Maracaibo from Shanghai?

Maracaibo is to the north of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 19°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Maracaibo?

A direct flight would take about 19 h 27 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.