IST
Istanbul
Turkey
7,758 km
4,820 miles
NKG
Nanjing
China
Distance
7,758 km
4,820 mi / 4,189 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
65°
east northeast

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IST NKG
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Nanjing Lukou Airport
IATA Code IST NKG
ICAO Code LTFM ZSNJ
City Istanbul Nanjing
Country Turkey China
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 325 ft 49 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 31.740000, 118.860000

Istanbul (IST) to Nanjing (NKG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Nanjing Lukou Airport (NKG) in Nanjing, China is 7,758 kilometers (4,820 miles / 4,189 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 65°.

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 China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:11 in Istanbul, it's 03:11 in Nanjing. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Nanjing (NKG) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 307° (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 Nanjing Lukou Airport (NKG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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