BNI
Benin
Nigeria
4,513 km
2,804 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
4,513 km
2,804 mi / 2,437 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Lagos
Heading
27°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

BNI IST
Airport Name Benin Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code BNI IST
ICAO Code DNBE LTFM
City Benin Istanbul
Country Nigeria Turkey
Timezone Africa/Lagos Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 258 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 6.320000, 5.600000 41.280000, 28.750000

Benin (BNI) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Benin Airport (BNI) in Benin, Nigeria to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 4,513 kilometers (2,804 miles / 2,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northeast at a heading of 27°.

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 04:37 in Benin, it's 06:37 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Benin (BNI) follows a heading of 217° (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 Benin Airport (BNI) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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