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Distance from Sydney to Changsha

Straight line

7,965 km
4,949 mi · 4,301 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 27 min

Direction

NW 325°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Changsha?

Sydney (Australia) and Changsha (China) are very far apart: 7,965 km in a straight line, that is 4,949 miles or 4,301 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Changsha lies to the north-west (initial bearing 325°). The route crosses from Australia into China. The halfway point is at -2.9996°, 131.4975°.

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 Sydney from Changsha?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Changsha is 7,965 km (4,949 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Changsha from Sydney?

Changsha is to the north-west of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 325°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Changsha?

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.