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Distance from Xi’an to Recife

Straight line

15,318 km
9,518 mi · 8,271 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 19 h 39 min

Direction

WNW 300°
initial bearing

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How far is Xi’an from Recife?

Xi’an (China) and Recife (Brazil) are very far apart: 15,318 km in a straight line, that is 9,518 miles or 8,271 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Xi’an, Recife lies to the north-west (initial bearing 300°). The route crosses from China into Brazil. The halfway point is at 35.8450°, 21.6126°.

A direct flight would take about 19 h 39 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 Recife?

The straight-line distance between Xi’an and Recife is 15,318 km (9,518 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Recife from Xi’an?

Recife is to the north-west of Xi’an, at an initial bearing of 300°.

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

A direct flight would take about 19 h 39 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.