EDI
Edinburgh
United Kingdom
2,892 km
1,797 miles
SAW
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
2,892 km
1,797 mi / 1,562 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
111°
east southeast

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EDI SAW
Airport Name Edinburgh Airport Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
IATA Code EDI SAW
ICAO Code EGPH LTFJ
City Edinburgh Istanbul
Country United Kingdom Turkey
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 135 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 55.950000, -3.370000 40.900000, 29.310000

Edinburgh (EDI) to Istanbul (SAW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) in Edinburgh, United Kingdom to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 2,892 kilometers (1,797 miles / 1,562 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 111°.

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 12:03 in Edinburgh, it's 15:03 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 (SAW) 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 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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