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Distance from Xi’an to Birkenhead

Straight line

8,301 km
5,158 mi · 4,482 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 10 h 53 min

Direction

NW 325°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Birkenhead?

Xi’an (China) and Birkenhead (United Kingdom) are very far apart: 8,301 km in a straight line, that is 5,158 miles or 4,482 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Xi’an, Birkenhead lies to the north-west (initial bearing 325°). The route crosses from China into United Kingdom. The halfway point is at 59.0564°, 66.4309°.

A direct flight would take about 10 h 53 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 Xi’an from Birkenhead?

The straight-line distance between Xi’an and Birkenhead is 8,301 km (5,158 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Birkenhead from Xi’an?

Birkenhead is to the north-west of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 325°.

How long is the flight from Xi’an to Birkenhead?

A direct flight would take about 10 h 53 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.