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Distance from Sunderland to Beijing

Straight line

7,958 km
4,945 mi · 4,297 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 27 min

Direction

NE 46°
initial bearing

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How far is Sunderland from Beijing?

Sunderland (United Kingdom) and Beijing (China) are very far apart: 7,958 km in a straight line, that is 4,945 miles or 4,297 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sunderland, Beijing lies to the north-east (initial bearing 46°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into China. The halfway point is at 63.9783°, 70.8539°.

A direct flight would take about 10 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 Sunderland from Beijing?

The straight-line distance between Sunderland and Beijing is 7,958 km (4,945 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Beijing from Sunderland?

Beijing is to the north-east of Sunderland, at an initial bearing of 46°.

How long is the flight from Sunderland to Beijing?

A direct flight would take about 10 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.