IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,829 km
3,622 miles
MNS
Mansa
Zambia
Distance
5,829 km
3,622 mi / 3,147 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
180°
south

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IST MNS
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Mansa Airport
IATA Code IST MNS
ICAO Code LTFM FLMA
City Istanbul Mansa
Country Turkey Zambia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 325 ft 4,101 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -11.140000, 28.870000

Istanbul (IST) to Mansa (MNS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Mansa Airport (MNS) in Mansa, Zambia is 5,829 kilometers (3,622 miles / 3,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying south at a heading of 180°.

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 Zambia. 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 23:11 in Istanbul, it's 22:11 in Mansa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,776 feet between the two airports. Mansa Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Mansa (MNS) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 360° (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 Mansa Airport (MNS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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