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Distance from Shantou to Tehran

Straight line

6,361 km
3,953 mi · 3,435 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 8 h 27 min

Direction

WNW 299°
initial bearing

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How far is Shantou from Tehran?

Shantou (China) and Tehran (Iran) are very far apart: 6,361 km in a straight line, that is 3,953 miles or 3,435 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shantou, Tehran lies to the north-west (initial bearing 299°). The route crosses from China into Iran. The halfway point is at 33.9117°, 86.3125°.

A direct flight would take about 8 h 27 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 Shantou from Tehran?

The straight-line distance between Shantou and Tehran is 6,361 km (3,953 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Tehran from Shantou?

Tehran is to the north-west of Shantou, at an initial bearing of 299°.

How long is the flight from Shantou to Tehran?

A direct flight would take about 8 h 27 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.