FWL
Farewell
United States
8,472 km
5,264 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
8,472 km
5,264 mi / 4,574 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+12h
America/Anchorage
Heading
358°
north

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FWL IST
Airport Name Farewell Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code FWL IST
ICAO Code 0AA4 LTFM
City Farewell Istanbul
Country United States Turkey
Timezone America/Anchorage Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 1,535 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 62.510000, -153.890000 41.280000, 28.750000

Farewell (FWL) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Farewell Airport (FWL) in Farewell, United States to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 8,472 kilometers (5,264 miles / 4,574 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United States with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:44 in Farewell, it's 06:44 in Istanbul. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,210 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Farewell Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Farewell (FWL) follows a heading of 1° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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