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Distance from Sydney to Xiamen

Straight line

7,348 km
4,566 mi · 3,967 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 41 min

Direction

NNW 327°
initial bearing

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How far is Sydney from Xiamen?

Sydney (Australia) and Xiamen (China) are very far apart: 7,348 km in a straight line, that is 4,566 miles or 3,967 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Sydney, Xiamen lies to the north-west (initial bearing 327°). The route crosses from Australia into China. The halfway point is at -4.8958°, 133.8635°.

A direct flight would take about 9 h 41 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 Xiamen?

The straight-line distance between Sydney and Xiamen is 7,348 km (4,566 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Xiamen from Sydney?

Xiamen is to the north-west of Sydney, at an initial bearing of 327°.

How long is the flight from Sydney to Xiamen?

A direct flight would take about 9 h 41 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.