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Distance from Sydney to Nanchang

Straight line

7,862 km
4,885 mi · 4,245 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 20 min

Direction

NNW 328°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Nanchang?

Sydney (Australia) and Nanchang (China) are very far apart: 7,862 km in a straight line, that is 4,885 miles or 4,245 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Nanchang lies to the north-west (initial bearing 328°). The route crosses from Australia into China. The halfway point is at -2.7201°, 133.0281°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 20 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 Nanchang?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Nanchang is 7,862 km (4,885 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Nanchang from Sydney?

Nanchang is to the north-west of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 328°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Nanchang?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 20 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.