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Distance from Shenzhen to Athens

Straight line

8,533 km
5,302 mi · 4,607 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 10 min

Direction

NW 306°
initial bearing

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How far is Shenzhen from Athens?

Shenzhen (China) and Athens (Greece) are very far apart: 8,533 km in a straight line, that is 5,302 miles or 4,607 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shenzhen, Athens lies to the north-west (initial bearing 306°). The route crosses from China into Greece. The halfway point is at 39.5255°, 73.4472°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 10 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 Shenzhen from Athens?

The straight-line distance between Shenzhen and Athens is 8,533 km (5,302 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Athens from Shenzhen?

Athens is to the north-west of Shenzhen, at an initial bearing of 306°.

How long is the flight from Shenzhen to Athens?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 10 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.