IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,197 km
3,229 miles
LEK
Labe Airport
Guinea
Distance
5,197 km
3,229 mi / 2,806 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
242°
west southwest

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IST LEK
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Labe Airport
IATA Code IST LEK
ICAO Code LTFM GULB
City Istanbul N/A
Country Turkey Guinea
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Conakry
Elevation 325 ft 3,396 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 11.330000, -12.290000

Istanbul (IST) to Labe Airport (LEK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Labe Airport (LEK) in Labe Airport, Guinea is 5,197 kilometers (3,229 miles / 2,806 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west southwest at a heading of 242°.

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 Guinea. 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 22:40 in Istanbul, it's 19:40 in Labe Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,071 feet between the two airports. Labe Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Labe Airport (LEK) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 43° (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 Labe Airport (LEK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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