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Distance from Shiraz to Mogadishu

Straight line

3,145 km
1,954 mi · 1,698 NM

By road

598 km
372 mi

Travel time

9 h 54 min
flight ≈ 4 h 26 min

Direction

SSW 195°
initial bearing

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How far is Shiraz from Mogadishu?

Shiraz (Iran) and Mogadishu (Somalia) 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, Shiraz to Mogadishu is 598 km (372 miles), about 9 h 54 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road follows the straight line closely.

From Shiraz, Mogadishu lies to the south (initial bearing 195°). The route crosses from Iran into Somalia. 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 Shiraz from Mogadishu?

By road it is 598 km (372 miles) from Shiraz to Mogadishu; in a straight line it is 3,145 km (1,954 miles).

How long is the drive from Shiraz to Mogadishu?

About 9 h 54 min on the fastest route (598 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Mogadishu from Shiraz?

Mogadishu is to the south of Shiraz, at an initial bearing of 195°.

How long is the flight from Shiraz to Mogadishu?

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.