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Distance from Nanjing to Rio de Janeiro

The straight-line distance from Nanjing, China to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil is 17,970 km (11,166 miles).Rio de Janeiro is WNW of Nanjing.

Distance (km)

17,970

straight line

Distance (miles)

11,166

straight line

Flight Time

23 hr

estimated direct

Direction

WNW

295° bearing

Transport Comparison: Nanjing to Rio de Janeiro

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight23 hr17,970 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.

Nanjing to Rio de Janeiro: Key Details

FromNanjing, China
ToRio de Janeiro, Brazil
Straight-line Distance17,970 km (11,166 miles)
Bearing295° (WNW)
Coordinates (Nanjing)32.0603°, 118.7969°
Coordinates (Rio de Janeiro)-22.9068°, -43.1729°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Nanjing from Rio de Janeiro?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Nanjing to Rio de Janeiro is 17,970 km (11,166 miles). Rio de Janeiro is WNW of Nanjing.

How long is the flight from Nanjing to Rio de Janeiro?

A direct flight from Nanjing to Rio de Janeiro takes approximately 23 hr, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

What direction is Rio de Janeiro from Nanjing?

Rio de Janeiro is WNW (295 degrees) from Nanjing.

What is the distance from Rio de Janeiro to Nanjing?

The distance from Rio de Janeiro to Nanjing is the same: 17,970 km (11,166 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.