The flight distance from Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany to Kars Airport (KSY) in Kars, Turkey is 2,871 kilometers (1,784 miles / 1,550 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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 Germany 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 17:12 in Frankfurt am Main, it's 19:12 in Kars.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,525 feet between the two airports. Kars Airport sits higher than Frankfurt am Main International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Kars (KSY) to Frankfurt am Main (FRA) follows a heading of 303° (west 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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) and Kars Airport (KSY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.