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Distance from Shantou to Lille

Straight line

9,559 km
5,940 mi · 5,162 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 27 min

Direction

NW 324°
initial bearing

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How far is Shantou from Lille?

Shantou (China) and Lille (France) are very far apart: 9,559 km in a straight line, that is 5,940 miles or 5,162 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shantou, Lille lies to the north-west (initial bearing 324°). The route crosses from China into France. The halfway point is at 52.9864°, 75.5068°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 27 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 Lille?

The straight-line distance between Shantou and Lille is 9,559 km (5,940 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lille from Shantou?

Lille is to the north-west of Shantou, at an initial bearing of 324°.

How long is the flight from Shantou to Lille?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 27 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.