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Distance from Shiraz to Kolkata

Straight line

3,654 km
2,270 mi · 1,973 NM

By road

4,661 km
2,897 mi

Travel time

57 h 4 min
flight ≈ 5 h 4 min

Direction

E 94°
initial bearing

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How far is Shiraz from Kolkata?

Shiraz (Iran) and Kolkata (India) are very far apart: 3,654 km in a straight line, that is 2,270 miles or 1,973 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Shiraz to Kolkata is 4,661 km (2,897 miles), about 57 h 4 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 28% longer than the straight line.

From Shiraz, Kolkata lies to the east (initial bearing 94°). The route crosses from Iran into India. The halfway point is at 27.2271°, 71.0056°.

A direct flight would take about 5 h 4 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 Shiraz from Kolkata?

By road it is 4,661 km (2,897 miles) from Shiraz to Kolkata; in a straight line it is 3,654 km (2,270 miles).

How long is the drive from Shiraz to Kolkata?

About 57 h 4 min on the fastest route (4,661 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Kolkata from Shiraz?

Kolkata is to the east of Shiraz, at an initial bearing of 94°.

How long is the flight from Shiraz to Kolkata?

A direct flight would take about 5 h 4 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.