How Big Is Tehran?
Tehran covers approximately 686 square kilometers (265 square miles). It is a city in Iran. That's roughly the same size as Toronto.
Tehran on the Map
Tehran's Geography
Tehran is a city in Iran. Drag it across the map above to see its footprint over any country, state, or city.
How Far Across Is Tehran?
Tehran stretches approximately 29 km (18 mi) from north to south, and 47 km (29 mi) from east to west — roughly the length of Lake Tahoe.
Similar in Size
How Big Is Tehran Compared to Well-Known Places?
| Place | Area | vs Tehran |
|---|---|---|
| Boston | 124 km² (48 sq mi) | 6× smaller |
| Montreal | 432 km² (167 sq mi) | 37% smaller |
| Tokyo | 619 km² (239 sq mi) | about the same size |
| Toronto | 630 km² (243 sq mi) | about the same size |
| Tehran | 686 km² (265 sq mi) | — |
| New York City | 781 km² (302 sq mi) | 14% larger |
| Los Angeles | 1,215 km² (469 sq mi) | 77% larger |
| London | 1,572 km² (607 sq mi) | 2.3× larger |
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Tehran at a Glance
| Statistic | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Area | 686 km² (265 sq mi) |
| Country | Iran |