Bandar Abbas to Dubai Sea Distance Calculator

Calculate the exact nautical distance from Bandar Abbas, Iran to Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Plan your maritime journey with our professional route calculator.

Distance
155.8 nm
nautical miles
Under Sail
31 hours
at 5 knots
Under Power
16 hours
at 10 knots
Best Time
October-April
Typical Sailing Season

Distance follows a sea-lane route. Sailing times are estimates at fixed cruising speeds and vary with vessel, weather, and currents.

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This map shows the direct sea route from Bandar Abbas to Dubai. The actual sailing path may vary based on weather conditions and navigation requirements.

Passage details

This is a moderately indirect coastal passage: the navigable route runs 23% longer than the 126 nm direct line, its heading turning from south-southeast to south. It is an international crossing between two countries.

Sea distance
155.8 nm (288.6 km)
Direct line
126.3 nm23% longer
Great-circle bearing
205° (south-southwest)
Geographic extent
1.9° × 1.3°
Crossing
Cross-border · Same region
From
Bandar Abbas (Iran) 27.1865, 56.2808
To
Dubai (United Arab Emirates) 25.2769, 55.2963
Route basis
Sea-lane route
Passage timeEstimated passage time by cruising speed
Cruising speedDuration
5 kn31 hours
8 kn19 hours
10 kn16 hours
12 kn13 hours

Distance follows a sea-lane route generated from marine traffic lanes; passage times are computed at fixed cruising speeds.

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Last reviewed 2026-06-17

About Bandar Abbas to Dubai Route

A medium-length coastal international sea route between Bandar Abbas and Dubai, this passage connecting two major commercial ports in the Middle East region demands attention to pirate-risk advisories that may affect routing in the Gulf of Aden.

The corridor within the same maritime region joins Bandar Abbas, Iran to Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Navigation Tips

  • •Plan this medium-length coastal international leg in the Middle East region with attention to pirate-risk advisories that may affect routing in the Gulf of Aden.
  • •Provisioning for this medium-length coastal passage in Middle East should account for regional supply networks.
  • •Allow time for entry formalities on this international leg within the same maritime region.
  • •Adapt safety equipment to Middle East conditions for this medium-length coastal crossing.
  • •For a international crossing within the same maritime region, ensure clearance papers and visas are in order before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is it from Bandar Abbas to Dubai by sea?

This is a medium-length coastal sea passage of about 155.8 nautical miles between Bandar Abbas and Dubai in Middle East.

How long does it take to sail from Bandar Abbas to Dubai?

Average voyage time on this medium-length coastal within the same maritime region leg of 155.8 nautical miles is 16 hours – 31 hours.

What's the best time to sail from Bandar Abbas to Dubai?

Aim for October-April for the calmest passage in Middle East; off-peak periods bring pirate-risk advisories that may affect routing in the Gulf of Aden.

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