GAN
Gan
Maldives
6,457 km
4,012 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
6,457 km
4,012 mi / 3,487 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Indian/Maldives
Heading
322°
northwest

Airport Comparison

GAN IST
Airport Name Gan International Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code GAN IST
ICAO Code VRMG LTFM
City Gan Istanbul
Country Maldives Turkey
Timezone Indian/Maldives Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 7 ft 325 ft
Coordinates -0.690000, 73.160000 41.280000, 28.750000

Gan (GAN) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gan International Airport (GAN) in Gan, Maldives to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 6,457 kilometers (4,012 miles / 3,487 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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 Maldives with Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:11 in Gan, it's 16:11 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Gan (GAN) follows a heading of 124° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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