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Distance from Tokyo to Shantou

Straight line

2,602 km
1,617 mi · 1,405 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 45 min

Direction

WSW 245°
initial bearing

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How far is Tokyo from Shantou?

Tokyo (Japan) and Shantou (China) are very far apart: 2,602 km in a straight line, that is 1,617 miles or 1,405 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Tokyo, Shantou lies to the south-west (initial bearing 245°). The route crosses from Japan into China. The halfway point is at 30.0268°, 127.4913°.

A direct flight would take about 3 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 Shantou?

The straight-line distance between Tokyo and Shantou is 2,602 km (1,617 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shantou from Tokyo?

Shantou is to the south-west of Tokyo, at an initial bearing of 245°.

How long is the flight from Tokyo to Shantou?

A direct flight would take about 3 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.