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Distance from Shiraz to Lagos

Straight line

5,742 km
3,568 mi · 3,101 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 41 min

Direction

WSW 253°
initial bearing

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How far is Shiraz from Lagos?

Shiraz (Iran) and Lagos (Nigeria) are very far apart: 5,742 km in a straight line, that is 3,568 miles or 3,101 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Shiraz, Lagos lies to the west (initial bearing 253°). The route crosses from Iran into Nigeria. The halfway point is at 19.6862°, 26.2165°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 41 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 Lagos?

The straight-line distance between Shiraz and Lagos is 5,742 km (3,568 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Lagos from Shiraz?

Lagos is to the west of Shiraz, at an initial bearing of 253°.

How long is the flight from Shiraz to Lagos?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 41 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.