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Distance from Xi’an to Montpellier

Straight line

8,530 km
5,300 mi · 4,606 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 11 h 10 min

Direction

NW 314°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Montpellier?

Xi’an (China) and Montpellier (France) are very far apart: 8,530 km in a straight line, that is 5,300 miles or 4,606 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Xi’an, Montpellier lies to the north-west (initial bearing 314°). The route crosses from China into France. The halfway point is at 52.9156°, 61.3298°.

A direct flight would take about 11 h 10 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 Montpellier?

The straight-line distance between Xi’an and Montpellier is 8,530 km (5,300 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Montpellier from Xi’an?

Montpellier is to the north-west of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 314°.

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

A direct flight would take about 11 h 10 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.