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Distance from Wuhan to Shiraz

Straight line

5,873 km
3,649 mi · 3,171 NM

By road

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Travel time

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flight ≈ 7 h 50 min

Direction

WNW 286°
initial bearing

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How far is Wuhan from Shiraz?

Wuhan (China) and Shiraz (Iran) are very far apart: 5,873 km in a straight line, that is 3,649 miles or 3,171 nautical miles. The distance is measured over the Earth's surface (WGS84 ellipsoid) along the shortest possible path.

From Wuhan, Shiraz lies to the west (initial bearing 286°). The route crosses from China into Iran. The halfway point is at 34.0292°, 83.2303°.

A direct flight would take about 7 h 50 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 Wuhan from Shiraz?

The straight-line distance between Wuhan and Shiraz is 5,873 km (3,649 miles). The road distance is longer and is calculated on the map.

In which direction is Shiraz from Wuhan?

Shiraz is to the west of Wuhan, at an initial bearing of 286°.

How long is the flight from Wuhan to Shiraz?

A direct flight would take about 7 h 50 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.