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Distance from Shantou to Perth

Straight line

6,123 km
3,804 mi · 3,306 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 9 min

Direction

S 181°
initial bearing

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How far is Shantou from Perth?

Shantou (China) and Perth (Australia) are very far apart: 6,123 km in a straight line, that is 3,804 miles or 3,306 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shantou, Perth lies to the south (initial bearing 181°). The route crosses from China into Australia. The halfway point is at -4.2922°, 116.3049°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 9 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 Perth?

The straight-line distance between Shantou and Perth is 6,123 km (3,804 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Perth from Shantou?

Perth is to the south of Shantou, at an initial bearing of 181°.

How long is the flight from Shantou to Perth?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 9 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.