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Distance from Kigali to Shanghai

The straight-line distance from Kigali, Rwanda to Shanghai, China is 10,271 km (6,382 miles).Shanghai is ENE of Kigali.

Distance (km)

10,271

straight line

Distance (miles)

6,382

straight line

Flight Time

13 hr 18 min

estimated direct

Direction

ENE

59° bearing

Transport Comparison: Kigali to Shanghai

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight13 hr 18 min10,271 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.

Kigali to Shanghai: Key Details

FromKigali, Rwanda
ToShanghai, China
Straight-line Distance10,271 km (6,382 miles)
Bearing59° (ENE)
Coordinates (Kigali)-1.9403°, 29.8739°
Coordinates (Shanghai)31.2304°, 121.4737°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Kigali from Shanghai?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Kigali to Shanghai is 10,271 km (6,382 miles). Shanghai is ENE of Kigali.

How long is the flight from Kigali to Shanghai?

A direct flight from Kigali to Shanghai takes approximately 13 hr 18 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

What direction is Shanghai from Kigali?

Shanghai is ENE (59 degrees) from Kigali.

What is the distance from Shanghai to Kigali?

The distance from Shanghai to Kigali is the same: 10,271 km (6,382 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.