IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,462 km
3,394 miles
MAT
Matadi
DR Congo
Distance
5,462 km
3,394 mi / 2,949 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
200°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

IST MAT
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Tshimpi Airport
IATA Code IST MAT
ICAO Code LTFM FZAM
City Istanbul Matadi
Country Turkey DR Congo
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 325 ft 1,115 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -5.800000, 13.440000

Istanbul (IST) to Matadi (MAT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Tshimpi Airport (MAT) in Matadi, DR Congo is 5,462 kilometers (3,394 miles / 2,949 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 200°.

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 22:37 in Istanbul, it's 20:37 in Matadi.

The return flight from Matadi (MAT) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 15° (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 Tshimpi Airport (MAT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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