BWO
Balakovo
Russia
1,859 km
1,155 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
1,859 km
1,155 mi / 1,004 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Saratov
Heading
238°
west southwest

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BWO IST
Airport Name Balakovo Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code BWO IST
ICAO Code UWSB LTFM
City Balakovo Istanbul
Country Russia Turkey
Timezone Europe/Saratov Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 95 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 51.860000, 47.750000 41.280000, 28.750000

Balakovo (BWO) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Balakovo Airport (BWO) in Balakovo, Russia to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 1,859 kilometers (1,155 miles / 1,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 238°.

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 Russia with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:48 in Balakovo, it's 16:48 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Balakovo (BWO) follows a heading of 44° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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