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Distance from Shantou to Katowice

Straight line

8,567 km
5,323 mi · 4,626 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 13 min

Direction

NW 319°
initial bearing

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How far is Shantou from Katowice?

Shantou (China) and Katowice (Poland) are very far apart: 8,567 km in a straight line, that is 5,323 miles or 4,626 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shantou, Katowice lies to the north-west (initial bearing 319°). The route crosses from China into Poland. The halfway point is at 48.0910°, 79.4401°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 13 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 Katowice?

The straight-line distance between Shantou and Katowice is 8,567 km (5,323 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Katowice from Shantou?

Katowice is to the north-west of Shantou, at an initial bearing of 319°.

How long is the flight from Shantou to Katowice?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 13 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.