Connection map





A connection map shows the connections between several positions on a map. The link between 2 locations is usually drawn using great circle: the shortest route between them. It results in a rounded line that gives a really pleasant look to the map.

Step by step

Linking two locations on a map using a straight line would be pretty easy using a classic d3.line() approach. However, great circle are more appreciated when it comes to connection map. Fortunately, the function d3.geoPath() makes it a breeze to compute the coordinate of the great circle path. Here are a few examples showing how to use it.





Selection of blocks

A few blocks with more complicated codes to showcase what's possible to do with connection maps. First show how to display connections on hover. Second show how to apply edge bundling to the connection to declutter the chart.

Related chart types


Map
Choropleth
Hexbin map
Cartogram
Connection
Bubble map