IST
Istanbul
Turkey
2,959 km
1,839 miles
NHF
New Halfa
Sudan
Distance
2,959 km
1,839 mi / 1,598 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
165°
south southeast

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IST NHF
Airport Name Istanbul Airport New Halfa Airport
IATA Code IST NHF
ICAO Code LTFM HSNW
City Istanbul New Halfa
Country Turkey Sudan
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Khartoum
Elevation 325 ft 1,480 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 15.360000, 35.730000

Istanbul (IST) to New Halfa (NHF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to New Halfa Airport (NHF) in New Halfa, Sudan is 2,959 kilometers (1,839 miles / 1,598 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 165°.

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 Sudan. 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 21:08 in Istanbul, it's 20:08 in New Halfa.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,155 feet between the two airports. New Halfa Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from New Halfa (NHF) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 348° (north northwest). 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 New Halfa Airport (NHF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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