Distance Calculator
Foshan, China → Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Distance Result
10,932 miles
17,593 km | 9,499 nautical miles
Straight-line (great circle) distance
The distance from Foshan to Rio de Janeiro is about 17,593 km (10,932 miles) as the crow flies, or 9,499 nautical miles.
This is the great-circle distance — the shortest path over the surface of the Earth, computed with the haversine formula from the coordinates of both cities. Road or rail distance is always longer, and the gap widens with every mountain range or coastline in between.
Putting the number to use
- At a cruising speed near 800 km/h the airborne time is about 22.0 hours; add 30-45 minutes for taxi, climb and descent.
- Time zone difference changes the arrival time on your ticket far more than the flying time does.
- For shipping, use road or sea distance instead — great-circle figures understate real routes.
Driving
≈ 8d 3h
Estimated at 90 km/h average. Actual road distance is typically 15-30% longer than the straight line.
Flying
≈ 21h 27min
Estimated at 850 km/h cruising speed plus takeoff and landing time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The straight-line (great circle) distance between Foshan and Rio de Janeiro is 10,932 miles (17,593 kilometers).
A direct flight from Foshan to Rio de Janeiro takes approximately 21h 27min, based on an average cruising speed of 850 km/h plus takeoff and landing time.
Driving from Foshan to Rio de Janeiro takes approximately 8d 3h, assuming an average speed of 90 km/h. Actual time depends on the route and traffic.