IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,453 km
3,388 miles
KNM
Kaniama
DR Congo
Distance
5,453 km
3,388 mi / 2,945 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
186°
south

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IST KNM
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Kaniama Airport
IATA Code IST KNM
ICAO Code LTFM FZTK
City Istanbul Kaniama
Country Turkey DR Congo
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 325 ft 2,772 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -7.580000, 24.150000

Istanbul (IST) to Kaniama (KNM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Kaniama Airport (KNM) in Kaniama, DR Congo is 5,453 kilometers (3,388 miles / 2,945 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 186°.

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 DR Congo. 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 19:02 in Istanbul, it's 18:02 in Kaniama.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,447 feet between the two airports. Kaniama Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Kaniama (KNM) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 5° (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 Kaniama Airport (KNM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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