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Distance from Xi’an to Kolkata

Straight line

2,388 km
1,484 mi · 1,290 NM

By road

3,878 km
2,410 mi

Travel time

46 h 19 min
flight ≈ 3 h 29 min

Direction

WSW 242°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Kolkata?

Xi’an (China) and Kolkata (India) are quite far apart: 2,388 km in a straight line, that is 1,484 miles or 1,290 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Xi’an to Kolkata is 3,878 km (2,410 miles), about 46 h 19 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 62% longer than the straight line.

From Xi’an, Kolkata lies to the south-west (initial bearing 242°). The route crosses from China into India. The halfway point is at 28.7992°, 98.0700°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 29 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 Kolkata?

By road it is 3,878 km (2,410 miles) from Xi’an to Kolkata; in a straight line it is 2,388 km (1,484 miles).

How long is the drive from Xi’an to Kolkata?

About 46 h 19 min on the fastest route (3,878 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Kolkata from Xi’an?

Kolkata is to the south-west of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 242°.

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

A direct flight would take about 3 h 29 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.