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Distance from Xiamen to Kowloon

Straight line

465 km
289 mi · 251 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 5 min

Direction

WSW 240°
initial bearing

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How far is Xiamen from Kowloon?

Xiamen (China) and Kowloon (Hong Kong SAR China) are a medium distance apart: 465 km in a straight line, that is 289 miles or 251 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Xiamen, Kowloon lies to the south-west (initial bearing 240°). The route crosses from China into Hong Kong SAR China. The halfway point is at 23.4103°, 116.1167°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 5 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 Xiamen from Kowloon?

The straight-line distance between Xiamen and Kowloon is 465 km (289 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Kowloon from Xiamen?

Kowloon is to the south-west of Xiamen, at an initial bearing of 240°.

How long is the flight from Xiamen to Kowloon?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 5 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.