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Distance from Xi’an to Dresden

Straight line

7,467 km
4,640 mi · 4,032 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 9 h 50 min

Direction

NW 317°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Dresden?

Xi’an (China) and Dresden (Germany) are very far apart: 7,467 km in a straight line, that is 4,640 miles or 4,032 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Xi’an, Dresden lies to the north-west (initial bearing 317°). The route crosses from China into Germany. The halfway point is at 53.4973°, 69.8025°.

A direct flight would take about 9 h 50 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 Dresden?

The straight-line distance between Xi’an and Dresden is 7,467 km (4,640 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Dresden from Xi’an?

Dresden is to the north-west of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 317°.

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

A direct flight would take about 9 h 50 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.