Distance from Sydney to Tehran
12,911 km (8,023 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
12,911 km
Kilometers
8,023 miles
Miles
~15h 41m
Est. Flight
6.5h
Time Difference
Sydney
AustraliaTehran
IranSydney and Tehran are separated by over 13000 kilometers — roughly the distance of flying across an entire ocean.
Sydney is known for Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge, while Tehran is famous for Golestan Palace and Grand Bazaar.
In terms of city area, Sydney is 16.9x 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 Sydney from Tehran?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Sydney to Tehran is 12,911 km (8,023 miles).
How long is the flight from Sydney to Tehran?
A direct flight would take approximately 15h 41m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Sydney bigger than Tehran?
Sydney is larger at 12,368 km², compared to 730 km².