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Distance from Tehran to Cape Town

The straight-line distance from Tehran, Iran to Cape Town, South Africa is 8,464 km (5,260 miles).Cape Town is SSW of Tehran.

Distance (km)

8,464

straight line

Distance (miles)

5,260

straight line

Flight Time

11 hr 6 min

estimated direct

Direction

SSW

208° bearing

Transport Comparison: Tehran to Cape Town

ModeEstimated TimeDistanceNotes
Flight11 hr 6 min8,464 kmDirect flight at 800 km/h avg cruise speed

All times are estimates based on straight-line distance. Actual travel times vary by route, stops, and conditions.

Tehran to Cape Town: Key Details

FromTehran, Iran
ToCape Town, South Africa
Straight-line Distance8,464 km (5,260 miles)
Bearing208° (SSW)
Coordinates (Tehran)35.6892°, 51.3890°
Coordinates (Cape Town)-33.9249°, 18.4241°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Tehran from Cape Town?

The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Tehran to Cape Town is 8,464 km (5,260 miles). Cape Town is SSW of Tehran.

How long is the flight from Tehran to Cape Town?

A direct flight from Tehran to Cape Town takes approximately 11 hr 6 min, based on an average cruising speed of 800 km/h plus time for takeoff and landing.

What direction is Cape Town from Tehran?

Cape Town is SSW (208 degrees) from Tehran.

What is the distance from Cape Town to Tehran?

The distance from Cape Town to Tehran is the same: 8,464 km (5,260 miles). Distance between two points is the same in either direction.

Other Distance Calculations

Distances calculated using the Haversine formula (great-circle distance). Travel time estimates are approximate.

Coordinates sourced from public geographic databases.