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Distance from Mogadishu to Shiraz

Straight line

3,145 km
1,954 mi · 1,698 NM

By road

599 km
372 mi

Travel time

9 h 52 min
flight ≈ 4 h 26 min

Direction

NNE 13°
initial bearing

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How far is Mogadishu from Shiraz?

Mogadishu (Somalia) and Shiraz (Iran) are very far apart: 3,145 km in a straight line, that is 1,954 miles or 1,698 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Mogadishu to Shiraz is 599 km (372 miles), about 9 h 52 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Mogadishu, Shiraz lies to the north (initial bearing 13°). The route crosses from Somalia into Iran. The halfway point is at 15.8532°, 48.6872°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 26 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 Mogadishu from Shiraz?

By road it is 599 km (372 miles) from Mogadishu to Shiraz; in a straight line it is 3,145 km (1,954 miles).

How long is the drive from Mogadishu to Shiraz?

About 9 h 52 min on the fastest route (599 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Shiraz from Mogadishu?

Shiraz is to the north of Mogadishu, at an initial bearing of 13°.

How long is the flight from Mogadishu to Shiraz?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 26 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.