The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Sitia Airport (JSH) in Crete Island, Greece is 712 kilometers (443 miles / 385 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 200°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:55 in Istanbul, it's 08:55 in Crete Island.

The return flight from Crete Island (JSH) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 18° (north 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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Sitia Airport (JSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.