IST
Istanbul
Turkey
2,603 km
1,618 miles
MQF
Magnitogorsk
Russia
Distance
2,603 km
1,618 mi / 1,406 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
49°
northeast

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IST MQF
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Magnitogorsk International Airport
IATA Code IST MQF
ICAO Code LTFM USCM
City Istanbul Magnitogorsk
Country Turkey Russia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Yekaterinburg
Elevation 325 ft 1,430 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 53.390000, 58.760000

Istanbul (IST) to Magnitogorsk (MQF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF) in Magnitogorsk, Russia is 2,603 kilometers (1,618 miles / 1,406 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 19:08 in Istanbul, it's 21:08 in Magnitogorsk.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,105 feet between the two airports. Magnitogorsk International Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Magnitogorsk (MQF) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 251° (west southwest). 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 Magnitogorsk International Airport (MQF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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