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Distance from Shenzhen to Glasgow

Straight line

9,568 km
5,946 mi · 5,167 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 12 h 28 min

Direction

NNW 330°
initial bearing

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How far is Shenzhen from Glasgow?

Shenzhen (China) and Glasgow (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 9,568 km in a straight line, that is 5,946 miles or 5,167 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shenzhen, Glasgow lies to the north-west (initial bearing 330°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 55.8278°, 77.1447°.

A direct flight would take about 12 h 28 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 Glasgow?

The straight-line distance between Shenzhen and Glasgow is 9,568 km (5,946 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Glasgow from Shenzhen?

Glasgow is to the north-west of Shenzhen, at an initial bearing of 330°.

How long is the flight from Shenzhen to Glasgow?

A direct flight would take about 12 h 28 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.