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Distance from Tokyo to Kunming

Straight line

3,720 km
2,311 mi · 2,009 NM

By road

3,614 km
2,246 mi

Travel time

52 h 48 min
flight ≈ 5 h 9 min

Direction

W 262°
initial bearing

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How far is Tokyo from Kunming?

Tokyo (Japan) and Kunming (China) are very far apart: 3,720 km in a straight line, that is 2,311 miles or 2,009 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Tokyo to Kunming is 3,614 km (2,246 miles), about 52 h 48 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Tokyo, Kunming lies to the west (initial bearing 262°). The route crosses from Japan into China. The halfway point is at 31.7007°, 120.1590°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 9 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 Kunming?

By road it is 3,614 km (2,246 miles) from Tokyo to Kunming; in a straight line it is 3,720 km (2,311 miles).

How long is the drive from Tokyo to Kunming?

About 52 h 48 min on the fastest route (3,614 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Kunming from Tokyo?

Kunming is to the west of Tokyo, at an initial bearing of 262°.

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Kunming?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 9 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.