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Distance from Shenzhen to Kiel

Straight line

8,858 km
5,504 mi · 4,783 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 34 min

Direction

NW 325°
initial bearing

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How far is Shenzhen from Kiel?

Shenzhen (China) and Kiel (Germany) are very far apart: 8,858 km in a straight line, that is 5,504 miles or 4,783 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shenzhen, Kiel lies to the north-west (initial bearing 325°). The route crosses from China into Germany. The halfway point is at 51.0570°, 78.2075°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 34 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 Kiel?

The straight-line distance between Shenzhen and Kiel is 8,858 km (5,504 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kiel from Shenzhen?

Kiel is to the north-west of Shenzhen, at an initial bearing of 325°.

How long is the flight from Shenzhen to Kiel?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 34 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.