Mashhad to Bīrjand flights
Bīrjand lies 383 km (238 mi) south of Mashhad, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 14 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Mashhad | Bīrjand | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iran | Iran |
| Population | 2.3 million | 196,982 |
| Elevation | 980 m (3,215 ft) | 1,459 m (4,787 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) |
| Nearest large airport | MHD, 8 km out | XBJ, 7 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Mashhad
Mashhad is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Mashhad International Airport (MHD), 8 km (5 mi) from the centre, whose 12,877-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Bīrjand
Bīrjand is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Birjand International Airport (XBJ), 7 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 9,521 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birjand International Airport | XBJ | 7 km (4 mi) | 9,521 ft | 4,952 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Bīrjand from Mashhad?
383 km (238 mi) in a straight line, south of Mashhad.
How long does it take to get from Mashhad to Bīrjand by air?
About 1 h 14 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mashhad and Bīrjand?
No, both are on Asia/Tehran at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mashhad to Bīrjand flights?
Typically Mashhad International Airport (MHD) to Birjand International Airport (XBJ).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.