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Distance from Canberra to Shanghai

The straight-line distance from Canberra, Australia to Shanghai, China is 7,940 km (4,934 miles).Shanghai is NNW of Canberra.

Distance (km)

7,940

straight line

Distance (miles)

4,934

straight line

Flight Time

10 hr 24 min

estimated direct

Direction

NNW

335° bearing

Transport Comparison: Canberra to Shanghai

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight10 hr 24 min7,940 kmDirect flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed

All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.

Canberra to Shanghai: Key Details

FromCanberra, Australia
ToShanghai, China
Straight-line Distance7,940 km (4,934 miles)
Bearing335° (NNW)
Coordinates (Canberra)-35.2809°, 149.1300°
Coordinates (Shanghai)31.2304°, 121.4737°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Canberra from Shanghai?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Canberra to Shanghai is 7,940 km (4,934 miles). Shanghai is NNW of Canberra.

How long is the flight from Canberra to Shanghai?

A direct flight from Canberra to Shanghai takes approximately 10 hr 24 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

What direction is Shanghai from Canberra?

Shanghai is NNW (335 degrees) from Canberra.

What is the distance from Shanghai to Canberra?

The distance from Shanghai to Canberra is the same: 7,940 km (4,934 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.

Other Distance Calculations

Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.

Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.