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Distance from Suzhou to Gent

Straight line

8,996 km
5,590 mi · 4,857 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 45 min

Direction

NW 325°
initial bearing

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How far is Suzhou from Gent?

Suzhou (China) and Gent (Belgium) are very far apart: 8,996 km in a straight line, that is 5,590 miles or 4,857 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Suzhou, Gent lies to the north-west (initial bearing 325°). The route crosses from China into Belgium. The halfway point is at 58.3477°, 76.0758°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 45 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 Suzhou from Gent?

The straight-line distance between Suzhou and Gent is 8,996 km (5,590 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Gent from Suzhou?

Gent is to the north-west of Suzhou, at an initial bearing of 325°.

How long is the flight from Suzhou to Gent?

A direct flight would take about 11 h 45 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.