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Distance from Sosnowiec to Tokyo

Straight line

8,846 km
5,497 mi · 4,776 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 33 min

Direction

NE 45°
initial bearing

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How far is Sosnowiec from Tokyo?

Sosnowiec (Poland) and Tokyo (Japan) are very far apart: 8,846 km in a straight line, that is 5,497 miles or 4,776 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sosnowiec, Tokyo lies to the north-east (initial bearing 45°). The route crosses from Poland into Japan. The halfway point is at 61.4915°, 91.2167°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 33 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 Sosnowiec from Tokyo?

The straight-line distance between Sosnowiec and Tokyo is 8,846 km (5,497 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tokyo from Sosnowiec?

Tokyo is to the north-east of Sosnowiec, at an initial bearing of 45°.

How long is the flight from Sosnowiec to Tokyo?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 33 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.