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Distance from Messina to Tehran

Straight line

3,187 km
1,980 mi · 1,721 NM

By road

5,341 km
3,319 mi

Travel time

58 h 21 min
flight ≈ 4 h 29 min

Direction

E 84°
initial bearing

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How far is Messina from Tehran?

Messina (Italy) and Tehran (Iran) are very far apart: 3,187 km in a straight line, that is 1,980 miles or 1,721 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Messina to Tehran is 5,341 km (3,319 miles), about 58 h 21 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 68% longer than the straight line.

From Messina, Tehran lies to the east (initial bearing 84°). The route crosses from Italy into Iran. The halfway point is at 38.3237°, 33.7913°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 29 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 Messina from Tehran?

By road it is 5,341 km (3,319 miles) from Messina to Tehran; in a straight line it is 3,187 km (1,980 miles).

How long is the drive from Messina to Tehran?

About 58 h 21 min on the fastest route (5,341 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Tehran from Messina?

Tehran is to the east of Messina, at an initial bearing of 84°.

How long is the flight from Messina to Tehran?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 29 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.