AKR
Akure
Nigeria
4,437 km
2,757 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
4,437 km
2,757 mi / 2,396 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
28°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

AKR IST
Airport Name Akure Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code AKR IST
ICAO Code DNAK LTFM
City Akure Istanbul
Country Nigeria Turkey
Timezone Africa/Lagos Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 1,100 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 7.250000, 5.300000 41.280000, 28.750000

Akure (AKR) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Akure Airport (AKR) in Akure, Nigeria to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 4,437 kilometers (2,757 miles / 2,396 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Nigeria with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:52 in Akure, it's 11:52 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Akure (AKR) follows a heading of 218° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Akure Airport (AKR) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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