IST
Istanbul
Turkey
7,908 km
4,914 miles
MSG
Matsaile
Lesotho
Distance
7,908 km
4,914 mi / 4,270 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
180°
south

Airport Comparison

IST MSG
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Matsaile Airport
IATA Code IST MSG
ICAO Code LTFM FXMA
City Istanbul Matsaile
Country Turkey Lesotho
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Maseru
Elevation 325 ft 6,200 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -29.840000, 28.780000

Istanbul (IST) to Matsaile (MSG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Matsaile Airport (MSG) in Matsaile, Lesotho is 7,908 kilometers (4,914 miles / 4,270 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, 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 Lesotho. 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 13:38 in Istanbul, it's 12:38 in Matsaile.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,875 feet between the two airports. Matsaile Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Matsaile (MSG) 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 Matsaile Airport (MSG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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