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Distance from Hanoi to Shanghai

1,926 km (1,197 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

1,926 km

Kilometers

1,197 miles

Miles

~2h 46m

Est. Flight

1h

Time Difference

Hanoi

Vietnam
Area: 3,359 km²
Population: 8.05M
Timezone: UTC+7
Elevation: 12m

Shanghai

China
Area: 6,341 km²
Population: 24.87M
Timezone: UTC+8
Elevation: 4m

The distance between Hanoi and Shanghai is roughly equivalent to 5 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Hanoi is known for Hoàn Kiếm Lake and Old Quarter (36 Streets), while Shanghai is famous for The Bund waterfront and Pudong skyline.

In terms of city area, Shanghai is 1.9x larger than Hanoi. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Hanoi from Shanghai?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Hanoi to Shanghai is 1,926 km (1,197 miles).

How long is the flight from Hanoi to Shanghai?

A direct flight would take approximately 2h 46m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Hanoi bigger than Shanghai?

Shanghai is larger at 6,341 km², compared to 3,359 km².

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