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Distance from Moscow to Tehran

2,464 km (1,531 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies

2,464 km

Kilometers

1,531 miles

Miles

~3h 24m

Est. Flight

0.5h

Time Difference

Moscow

Russia
Area: 2,511 km²
Population: 12.54M
Timezone: UTC+3
Elevation: 156m

Tehran

Iran
Area: 730 km²
Population: 9.13M
Timezone: UTC+3.5
Elevation: 1189m

The distance between Moscow and Tehran is roughly equivalent to 6 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.

Moscow is known for The Kremlin and Red Square, while Tehran is famous for Golestan Palace and Grand Bazaar.

In terms of city area, Moscow is 3.4x larger than Tehran. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Moscow from Tehran?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Moscow to Tehran is 2,464 km (1,531 miles).

How long is the flight from Moscow to Tehran?

A direct flight would take approximately 3h 24m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.

Is Moscow bigger than Tehran?

Moscow is larger at 2,511 km², compared to 730 km².

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