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Distance from Shantou to Sarajevo

Straight line

8,880 km
5,518 mi · 4,795 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 36 min

Direction

NW 314°
initial bearing

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How far is Shantou from Sarajevo?

Shantou (China) and Sarajevo (Bosnia & Herzegovina) are very far apart: 8,880 km in a straight line, that is 5,518 miles or 4,795 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shantou, Sarajevo lies to the north-west (initial bearing 314°). The route crosses from China into Bosnia & Herzegovina. The halfway point is at 45.2003°, 75.4487°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 36 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 Sarajevo?

The straight-line distance between Shantou and Sarajevo is 8,880 km (5,518 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sarajevo from Shantou?

Sarajevo is to the north-west of Shantou, at an initial bearing of 314°.

How long is the flight from Shantou to Sarajevo?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 36 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.