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Distance from Shenzhen to Nairobi

Straight line

8,762 km
5,445 mi · 4,731 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 27 min

Direction

W 264°
initial bearing

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How far is Shenzhen from Nairobi?

Shenzhen (China) and Nairobi (Kenya) are very far apart: 8,762 km in a straight line, that is 5,445 miles or 4,731 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shenzhen, Nairobi lies to the west (initial bearing 264°). The route crosses from China into Kenya. The halfway point is at 13.5037°, 73.6299°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 27 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 Nairobi?

The straight-line distance between Shenzhen and Nairobi is 8,762 km (5,445 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nairobi from Shenzhen?

Nairobi is to the west of Shenzhen, at an initial bearing of 264°.

How long is the flight from Shenzhen to Nairobi?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 27 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.