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Distance from Mashhad to Istanbul

Straight line

2,701 km
1,678 mi · 1,458 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 3 h 53 min

Direction

WNW 291°
initial bearing

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How far is Mashhad from Istanbul?

Mashhad (Iran) and Istanbul (Türkiye) are very far apart: 2,701 km in a straight line, that is 1,678 miles or 1,458 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Mashhad, Istanbul lies to the west (initial bearing 291°). The route crosses from Iran into Türkiye. The halfway point is at 39.6772°, 44.7736°.

A direct flight would take about 3 h 53 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 Mashhad from Istanbul?

The straight-line distance between Mashhad and Istanbul is 2,701 km (1,678 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Istanbul from Mashhad?

Istanbul is to the west of Mashhad, at an initial bearing of 291°.

How long is the flight from Mashhad to Istanbul?

A direct flight would take about 3 h 53 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.