IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,043 km
3,133 miles
JRO
Arusha
Tanzania
Distance
5,043 km
3,133 mi / 2,723 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
168°
south southeast

Airport Comparison

IST JRO
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Kilimanjaro International Airport
IATA Code IST JRO
ICAO Code LTFM HTKJ
City Istanbul Arusha
Country Turkey Tanzania
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Dar_es_Salaam
Elevation 325 ft 2,932 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -3.430000, 37.070000

Istanbul (IST) to Arusha (JRO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) in Arusha, Tanzania is 5,043 kilometers (3,133 miles / 2,723 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:30 in Istanbul, it's 18:30 in Arusha.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,607 feet between the two airports. Kilimanjaro International Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Arusha (JRO) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 351° (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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Kilimanjaro International Airport (JRO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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