COV
Covilha Airport
Portugal
3,031 km
1,883 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
3,031 km
1,883 mi / 1,637 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/Lisbon
Heading
76°
east northeast

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COV IST
Airport Name Covilha Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code COV IST
ICAO Code LPCV LTFM
City N/A Istanbul
Country Portugal Turkey
Timezone Europe/Lisbon Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 1,572 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 40.260000, -7.480000 41.280000, 28.750000

Covilha Airport (COV) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Covilha Airport (COV) in Covilha Airport, Portugal to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 3,031 kilometers (1,883 miles / 1,637 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 Portugal 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 16:27 in Covilha Airport, it's 19:27 in Istanbul. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,247 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Covilha Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Covilha Airport (COV) follows a heading of 280° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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