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Distance from Tokyo to Lijiang

Straight line

3,856 km
2,396 mi · 2,082 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 5 h 19 min

Direction

W 267°
initial bearing

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How far is Tokyo from Lijiang?

Tokyo (Japan) and Lijiang (China) are very far apart: 3,856 km in a straight line, that is 2,396 miles or 2,082 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Tokyo, Lijiang lies to the west (initial bearing 267°). The route crosses from Japan into China. The halfway point is at 32.8354°, 118.9932°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 19 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 Lijiang?

The straight-line distance between Tokyo and Lijiang is 3,856 km (2,396 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lijiang from Tokyo?

Lijiang is to the west of Tokyo, at an initial bearing of 267°.

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Lijiang?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 19 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.