IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,228 km
3,249 miles
MCA
Macenta
Guinea
Distance
5,228 km
3,249 mi / 2,823 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
237°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

IST MCA
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Macenta Airport
IATA Code IST MCA
ICAO Code LTFM GUMA
City Istanbul Macenta
Country Turkey Guinea
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Conakry
Elevation 325 ft 1,690 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 8.530000, -9.470000

Istanbul (IST) to Macenta (MCA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Macenta Airport (MCA) in Macenta, Guinea is 5,228 kilometers (3,249 miles / 2,823 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 00:31 in Istanbul, it's 21:31 in Macenta. 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 1,365 feet between the two airports. Macenta Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Macenta (MCA) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 39° (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 Macenta Airport (MCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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