The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Kos Airport (KGS) in Kos Island, Greece is 519 kilometers (323 miles / 280 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 197°.

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 22:57 in Istanbul, it's 21:57 in Kos Island.

The return flight from Kos Island (KGS) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 16° (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 Kos Airport (KGS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.