GJR
Gjogur
Iceland
4,112 km
2,555 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
4,112 km
2,555 mi / 2,220 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Heading
107°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

GJR IST
Airport Name Gjogur Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code GJR IST
ICAO Code BIGJ LTFM
City Gjogur Istanbul
Country Iceland Turkey
Timezone Atlantic/Reykjavik Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 83 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 66.000000, -21.330000 41.280000, 28.750000

Gjogur (GJR) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gjogur Airport (GJR) in Gjogur, Iceland to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 4,112 kilometers (2,555 miles / 2,220 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

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 Iceland 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 19:16 in Gjogur, it's 22:16 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 Gjogur (GJR) follows a heading of 329° (north 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 Gjogur Airport (GJR) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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