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Distance from Shanghai to Rotterdam

Straight line

8,947 km
5,560 mi · 4,831 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 41 min

Direction

NW 326°
initial bearing

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How far is Shanghai from Rotterdam?

Shanghai (China) and Rotterdam (Netherlands) are very far apart: 8,947 km in a straight line, that is 5,560 miles or 4,831 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shanghai, Rotterdam lies to the north-west (initial bearing 326°). The route crosses from China into Netherlands. The halfway point is at 58.6386°, 77.7701°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 41 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 Rotterdam?

The straight-line distance between Shanghai and Rotterdam is 8,947 km (5,560 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Rotterdam from Shanghai?

Rotterdam is to the north-west of Shanghai, at an initial bearing of 326°.

How long is the flight from Shanghai to Rotterdam?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 41 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.