EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
2,829 km
1,758 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
2,829 km
1,758 mi / 1,528 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
112°
east southeast

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EDI IST
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code EDI IST
ICAO Code EGPH LTFM
City Edinburgh Istanbul
Country United Kingdom Turkey
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 135 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 41.280000, 28.750000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 2,829 kilometers (1,758 miles / 1,528 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

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 Kingdom 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 08:28 in Edinburgh, it's 11:28 in Istanbul. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Edinburgh (EDI) follows a heading of 316° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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