IST
Istanbul
Turkey
6,036 km
3,750 miles
NLA
Ndola
Zambia
Distance
6,036 km
3,750 mi / 3,259 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
180°
south

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IST NLA
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Ndola Airport
IATA Code IST NLA
ICAO Code LTFM FLND
City Istanbul Ndola
Country Turkey Zambia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 325 ft 4,167 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -13.000000, 28.660000

Istanbul (IST) to Ndola (NLA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Ndola Airport (NLA) in Ndola, Zambia is 6,036 kilometers (3,750 miles / 3,259 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, 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 Zambia. 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 19:35 in Istanbul, it's 18:35 in Ndola.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,842 feet between the two airports. Ndola Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Ndola (NLA) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 0° (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 Ndola Airport (NLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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