Mashhad to Shiraz flights
Shiraz lies 994 km (617 mi) south-west of Mashhad, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 1 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 | Shiraz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Iran | Iran |
| Population | 2.3 million | 1.2 million |
| Elevation | 980 m (3,215 ft) | 1,545 m (5,069 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) | UTC+3:30 (Asia/Tehran) |
| Nearest large airport | MHD, 8 km out | SYZ, 10 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 Shiraz
Shiraz is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport (SYZ), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 14,345-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport | SYZ | 10 km (6 mi) | 14,345 ft | 4,927 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Shiraz from Mashhad?
994 km (617 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Mashhad.
How long does it take to get from Mashhad to Shiraz by air?
About 2 h 1 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 Shiraz?
No, both are on Asia/Tehran at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mashhad to Shiraz flights?
Typically Mashhad International Airport (MHD) to Shiraz Shahid Dastghaib International Airport (SYZ).
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.