GRX
Granada
Spain
2,821 km
1,753 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
2,821 km
1,753 mi / 1,523 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Madrid
Heading
71°
east northeast

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GRX IST
Airport Name Federico Garcia Lorca Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code GRX IST
ICAO Code LEGR LTFM
City Granada Istanbul
Country Spain Turkey
Timezone Europe/Madrid Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 1,860 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 37.190000, -3.780000 41.280000, 28.750000

Granada (GRX) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Federico Garcia Lorca Airport (GRX) in Granada, Spain to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 2,821 kilometers (1,753 miles / 1,523 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.

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 Spain 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 14:39 in Granada, it's 16:39 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,535 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Federico Garcia Lorca Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Granada (GRX) follows a heading of 271° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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