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Distance from Shenzhen to Sydney

Straight line

7,380 km
4,586 mi · 3,985 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 43 min

Direction

SSE 147°
initial bearing

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How far is Shenzhen from Sydney?

Shenzhen (China) and Sydney (Australia) are very far apart: 7,380 km in a straight line, that is 4,586 miles or 3,985 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shenzhen, Sydney lies to the south-east (initial bearing 147°). The route crosses from China into Australia. The halfway point is at -5.9689°, 131.6145°.

A direct flight would take about 9 h 43 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 Sydney?

The straight-line distance between Shenzhen and Sydney is 7,380 km (4,586 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Sydney from Shenzhen?

Sydney is to the south-east of Shenzhen, at an initial bearing of 147°.

How long is the flight from Shenzhen to Sydney?

A direct flight would take about 9 h 43 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.