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Distance from Shantou to Kabul

Straight line

4,751 km
2,952 mi · 2,566 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 26 min

Direction

WNW 296°
initial bearing

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How far is Shantou from Kabul?

Shantou (China) and Kabul (Afghanistan) are very far apart: 4,751 km in a straight line, that is 2,952 miles or 2,566 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shantou, Kabul lies to the north-west (initial bearing 296°). The route crosses from China into Afghanistan. The halfway point is at 31.1417°, 94.3070°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 26 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 Kabul?

The straight-line distance between Shantou and Kabul is 4,751 km (2,952 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kabul from Shantou?

Kabul is to the north-west of Shantou, at an initial bearing of 296°.

How long is the flight from Shantou to Kabul?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 26 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.