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Distance from Sheffield to Chongqing

Straight line

8,511 km
5,288 mi · 4,596 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 8 min

Direction

ENE 58°
initial bearing

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How far is Sheffield from Chongqing?

Sheffield (United Kingdom) and Chongqing (China) are very far apart: 8,511 km in a straight line, that is 5,288 miles or 4,596 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sheffield, Chongqing lies to the north-east (initial bearing 58°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into China. The halfway point is at 55.5340°, 66.9394°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 8 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 Sheffield from Chongqing?

The straight-line distance between Sheffield and Chongqing is 8,511 km (5,288 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Chongqing from Sheffield?

Chongqing is to the north-east of Sheffield, at an initial bearing of 58°.

How long is the flight from Sheffield to Chongqing?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 8 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.