HET
Hohhot
China
6,671 km
4,145 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
6,671 km
4,145 mi / 3,602 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
301°
west northwest

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HET IST
Airport Name Baita International Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code HET IST
ICAO Code ZBHH LTFM
City Hohhot Istanbul
Country China Turkey
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 3,556 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 40.850000, 111.820000 41.280000, 28.750000

Hohhot (HET) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Baita International Airport (HET) in Hohhot, China to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 6,671 kilometers (4,145 miles / 3,602 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 301°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:35 in Hohhot, it's 16:35 in Istanbul. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,231 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Baita International Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Hohhot (HET) follows a heading of 60° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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