IST
Istanbul
Turkey
4,405 km
2,737 miles
KCU
Masindi
Uganda
Distance
4,405 km
2,737 mi / 2,378 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
175°
south

Airport Comparison

IST KCU
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Masindi Airport
IATA Code IST KCU
ICAO Code LTFM HUMI
City Istanbul Masindi
Country Turkey Uganda
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Kampala
Elevation 325 ft 3,850 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 1.760000, 31.740000

Istanbul (IST) to Masindi (KCU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Masindi Airport (KCU) in Masindi, Uganda is 4,405 kilometers (2,737 miles / 2,378 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 175°.

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 Uganda. 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 00:23 in Istanbul, it's 00:23 in Masindi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,525 feet between the two airports. Masindi Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Masindi (KCU) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 356° (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 Masindi Airport (KCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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