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Distance from Amman to Tarsus

Straight line

559 km
347 mi · 302 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 1 h 12 min

Direction

N 350°
initial bearing

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How far is Amman from Tarsus?

Amman (Jordan) and Tarsus (Türkiye) are a medium distance apart: 559 km in a straight line, that is 347 miles or 302 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Amman, Tarsus lies to the north (initial bearing 350°). The route crosses from Jordan into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 34.4376°, 35.4345°.

A direct flight would take about 1 h 12 min (800 km/h cruise plus take-off and landing). The road distance and driving time are calculated on the map from OpenStreetMap roads.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Amman from Tarsus?

The straight-line distance between Amman and Tarsus is 559 km (347 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tarsus from Amman?

Tarsus is to the north of Amman, at an initial bearing of 350°.

How long is the flight from Amman to Tarsus?

A direct flight would take about 1 h 12 min at an average cruising speed of 800 km/h.

How is the distance calculated?

The straight-line distance is computed on the WGS84 ellipsoid with the Vincenty formula, accurate to the metre. The road distance comes from OpenStreetMap roads.