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Distance from Lubumbashi to Tehran

Straight line

5,815 km
3,613 mi · 3,140 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 46 min

Direction

NNE 25°
initial bearing

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How far is Lubumbashi from Tehran?

Lubumbashi (Congo - Kinshasa) and Tehran (Iran) are very far apart: 5,815 km in a straight line, that is 3,613 miles or 3,140 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Lubumbashi, Tehran lies to the north-east (initial bearing 25°). The route crosses from Congo - Kinshasa into Iran. The halfway point is at 12.2735°, 38.3167°.

A direct flight would take about 7 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 Lubumbashi from Tehran?

The straight-line distance between Lubumbashi and Tehran is 5,815 km (3,613 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tehran from Lubumbashi?

Tehran is to the north-east of Lubumbashi, at an initial bearing of 25°.

How long is the flight from Lubumbashi to Tehran?

A direct flight would take about 7 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.