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Distance from Shiyan to Chennai

Straight line

3,782 km
2,350 mi · 2,042 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 14 min

Direction

WSW 242°
initial bearing

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How far is Shiyan from Chennai?

Shiyan (China) and Chennai (India) are very far apart: 3,782 km in a straight line, that is 2,350 miles or 2,042 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shiyan, Chennai lies to the south-west (initial bearing 242°). The route crosses from China into India. The halfway point is at 23.6081°, 94.3929°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 14 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 Shiyan from Chennai?

The straight-line distance between Shiyan and Chennai is 3,782 km (2,350 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Chennai from Shiyan?

Chennai is to the south-west of Shiyan, at an initial bearing of 242°.

How long is the flight from Shiyan to Chennai?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 14 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.