HEL
Helsinki
Finland
2,133 km
1,325 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
2,133 km
1,325 mi / 1,152 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Helsinki
Heading
171°
south

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HEL IST
Airport Name Helsinki Vantaa Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code HEL IST
ICAO Code EFHK LTFM
City Helsinki Istanbul
Country Finland Turkey
Timezone Europe/Helsinki Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 179 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 60.320000, 24.960000 41.280000, 28.750000

Helsinki (HEL) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) in Helsinki, Finland to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 2,133 kilometers (1,325 miles / 1,152 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south at a heading of 171°.

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 Finland 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 07:57 in Helsinki, it's 08:57 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Helsinki (HEL) follows a heading of 354° (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 Helsinki Vantaa Airport (HEL) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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