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Distance from Shantou to Catania

Straight line

9,422 km
5,855 mi · 5,087 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 17 min

Direction

NW 309°
initial bearing

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How far is Shantou from Catania?

Shantou (China) and Catania (Italy) are very far apart: 9,422 km in a straight line, that is 5,855 miles or 5,087 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shantou, Catania lies to the north-west (initial bearing 309°). The route crosses from China into Italy. The halfway point is at 42.8044°, 70.9953°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 17 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 Shantou from Catania?

The straight-line distance between Shantou and Catania is 9,422 km (5,855 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Catania from Shantou?

Catania is to the north-west of Shantou, at an initial bearing of 309°.

How long is the flight from Shantou to Catania?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 17 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.