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Distance from Shanghai to Montpellier

Straight line

9,577 km
5,951 mi · 5,171 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 28 min

Direction

NW 320°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Montpellier?

Shanghai (China) and Montpellier (France) are very far apart: 9,577 km in a straight line, that is 5,951 miles or 5,171 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Montpellier lies to the north-west (initial bearing 320°). The route crosses from China into France. The halfway point is at 55.6410°, 70.4713°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 28 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 Montpellier?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Montpellier is 9,577 km (5,951 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Montpellier from Shanghai?

Montpellier is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 320°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Montpellier?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 28 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.