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Distance from Kunming to Tehran

Straight line

5,013 km
3,115 mi · 2,707 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 46 min

Direction

WNW 296°
initial bearing

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How far is Kunming from Tehran?

Kunming (China) and Tehran (Iran) are very far apart: 5,013 km in a straight line, that is 3,115 miles or 2,707 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Kunming, Tehran lies to the north-west (initial bearing 296°). The route crosses from China into Iran. The halfway point is at 33.0131°, 78.5728°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 46 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 Kunming from Tehran?

The straight-line distance between Kunming and Tehran is 5,013 km (3,115 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tehran from Kunming?

Tehran is to the north-west of Kunming, at an initial bearing of 296°.

How long is the flight from Kunming to Tehran?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 46 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.