AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
3,039 km
1,889 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
3,039 km
1,889 mi / 1,641 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
314°
northwest

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AUH IST
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code AUH IST
ICAO Code OMAA LTFM
City Abu Dhabi Istanbul
Country United Arab Emirates Turkey
Timezone Asia/Dubai Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 88 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 41.280000, 28.750000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 3,039 kilometers (1,889 miles / 1,641 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 314°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:08 in Abu Dhabi, it's 10:08 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 120° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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