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Distance from Wuhan to Köln

Straight line

8,525 km
5,297 mi · 4,603 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 9 min

Direction

NW 322°
initial bearing

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How far is Wuhan from Köln?

Wuhan (China) and Köln (Germany) are very far apart: 8,525 km in a straight line, that is 5,297 miles or 4,603 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Wuhan, Köln lies to the north-west (initial bearing 322°). The route crosses from China into Germany. The halfway point is at 54.9090°, 72.4829°.

A direct flight would take about 11 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 Wuhan from Köln?

The straight-line distance between Wuhan and Köln is 8,525 km (5,297 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Köln from Wuhan?

Köln is to the north-west of Wuhan, at an initial bearing of 322°.

How long is the flight from Wuhan to Köln?

A direct flight would take about 11 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.