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Distance from Leeds to Tehran

Straight line

4,520 km
2,808 mi · 2,440 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 6 h 9 min

Direction

E 94°
initial bearing

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How far is Leeds from Tehran?

Leeds (United Kingdom) and Tehran (Iran) are very far apart: 4,520 km in a straight line, that is 2,808 miles or 2,440 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Leeds, Tehran lies to the east (initial bearing 94°). The route crosses from United Kingdom into Iran. The halfway point is at 47.8287°, 29.4349°.

A direct flight would take about 6 h 9 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 Leeds from Tehran?

The straight-line distance between Leeds and Tehran is 4,520 km (2,808 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tehran from Leeds?

Tehran is to the east of Leeds, at an initial bearing of 94°.

How long is the flight from Leeds to Tehran?

A direct flight would take about 6 h 9 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.