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Distance from Tokyo to Hamburg

Straight line

8,999 km
5,592 mi · 4,859 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 45 min

Direction

NNW 332°
initial bearing

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How far is Tokyo from Hamburg?

Tokyo (Japan) and Hamburg (Germany) are very far apart: 8,999 km in a straight line, that is 5,592 miles or 4,859 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Tokyo, Hamburg lies to the north-west (initial bearing 332°). The route crosses from Japan into Germany. The halfway point is at 65.6030°, 93.1200°.

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 Tokyo from Hamburg?

The straight-line distance between Tokyo and Hamburg is 8,999 km (5,592 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Hamburg from Tokyo?

Hamburg is to the north-west of Tokyo, at an initial bearing of 332°.

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Hamburg?

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.