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Distance from Shanghai to Naples

Straight line

9,081 km
5,643 mi · 4,904 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 51 min

Direction

NW 313°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Naples?

Shanghai (China) and Naples (Italy) are very far apart: 9,081 km in a straight line, that is 5,643 miles or 4,904 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Naples lies to the north-west (initial bearing 313°). The route crosses from China into Italy. The halfway point is at 50.6974°, 72.6139°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 51 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 Naples?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Naples is 9,081 km (5,643 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Naples from Shanghai?

Naples is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 313°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Naples?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 51 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.