GMM
Gamboma
Congo
4,967 km
3,086 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
4,967 km
3,086 mi / 2,682 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Brazzaville
Heading
14°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

GMM IST
Airport Name Gamboma Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code GMM IST
ICAO Code FCOG LTFM
City Gamboma Istanbul
Country Congo Turkey
Timezone Africa/Brazzaville Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 1,509 ft 325 ft
Coordinates -1.830000, 15.890000 41.280000, 28.750000

Gamboma (GMM) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Gamboma Airport (GMM) in Gamboma, Congo to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 4,967 kilometers (3,086 miles / 2,682 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.

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 Congo with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:34 in Gamboma, it's 09:34 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,184 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Gamboma Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Gamboma (GMM) follows a heading of 198° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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