The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) in Qaanaaq, Greenland is 5,739 kilometers (3,566 miles / 3,099 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 Greenland. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:47 in Istanbul, it's 14:47 in Qaanaaq. With a 7-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Qaanaaq (NAQ) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 72° (east 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 Qaanaaq Airport (NAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.