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Distance from Tehran to Kathmandu

Straight line

3,315 km
2,060 mi · 1,790 NM

By road

4,337 km
2,695 mi

Travel time

55 h 40 min
flight ≈ 4 h 39 min

Direction

E 96°
initial bearing

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How far is Tehran from Kathmandu?

Tehran (Iran) and Kathmandu (Nepal) are very far apart: 3,315 km in a straight line, that is 2,060 miles or 1,790 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

By road, Tehran to Kathmandu is 4,337 km (2,695 miles), about 55 h 40 min by car on the fastest route, without traffic or stops. The road is 31% longer than the straight line.

From Tehran, Kathmandu lies to the east (initial bearing 96°). The route crosses from Iran into Nepal. The halfway point is at 32.8444°, 69.1244°.

A direct flight would take about 4 h 39 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 Tehran from Kathmandu?

By road it is 4,337 km (2,695 miles) from Tehran to Kathmandu; in a straight line it is 3,315 km (2,060 miles).

How long is the drive from Tehran to Kathmandu?

About 55 h 40 min on the fastest route (4,337 km), without traffic or stops.

In which direction is Kathmandu from Tehran?

Kathmandu is to the east of Tehran, at an initial bearing of 96°.

How long is the flight from Tehran to Kathmandu?

A direct flight would take about 4 h 39 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.