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Distance from Chennai to Shiraz

Straight line

3,395 km
2,109 mi · 1,833 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 4 h 45 min

Direction

NW 307°
initial bearing

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How far is Chennai from Shiraz?

Chennai (India) and Shiraz (Iran) are very far apart: 3,395 km in a straight line, that is 2,109 miles or 1,833 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Chennai, Shiraz lies to the north-west (initial bearing 307°). The route crosses from India into Iran. The halfway point is at 21.9286°, 67.2079°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 45 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 Chennai from Shiraz?

The straight-line distance between Chennai and Shiraz is 3,395 km (2,109 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shiraz from Chennai?

Shiraz is to the north-west of Chennai, at an initial bearing of 307°.

How long is the flight from Chennai to Shiraz?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 45 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.