IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,427 km
3,372 miles
LZA
Luiza
DR Congo
Distance
5,427 km
3,372 mi / 2,931 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
188°
south

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IST LZA
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Luiza Airport
IATA Code IST LZA
ICAO Code LTFM FZUG
City Istanbul Luiza
Country Turkey DR Congo
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 325 ft 2,890 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -7.180000, 22.400000

Istanbul (IST) to Luiza (LZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Luiza Airport (LZA) in Luiza, DR Congo is 5,427 kilometers (3,372 miles / 2,931 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 188°.

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 19:09 in Istanbul, it's 18:09 in Luiza.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,565 feet between the two airports. Luiza Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Luiza (LZA) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 6° (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 Luiza Airport (LZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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