Distance from Los Angeles to Tehran
12,186 km (7,572 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
12,186 km
Kilometers
7,572 miles
Miles
~14h 50m
Est. Flight
11.5h
Time Difference
Los Angeles
USATehran
IranLos Angeles and Tehran are separated by over 12000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across an entire ocean.
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood and Venice Beach, while Tehran is famous for Golestan Palace and Grand Bazaar.
In terms of city area, Los Angeles is 1.8x larger than Tehran. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
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Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Los Angeles from Tehran?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to Tehran is 12,186 km (7,572 miles).
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Tehran?
A direct flight would take approximately 14h 50m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Los Angeles bigger than Tehran?
Los Angeles is larger at 1,302 km², compared to 730 km².