IST
Istanbul
Turkey
3,798 km
2,360 miles
PLF
Pala
Chad
Distance
3,798 km
2,360 mi / 2,051 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
205°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

IST PLF
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Pala Airport
IATA Code IST PLF
ICAO Code LTFM FTTP
City Istanbul Pala
Country Turkey Chad
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Ndjamena
Elevation 325 ft 1,532 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 9.380000, 14.930000

Istanbul (IST) to Pala (PLF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Pala Airport (PLF) in Pala, Chad is 3,798 kilometers (2,360 miles / 2,051 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 205°.

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 Chad. 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 18:23 in Istanbul, it's 16:23 in Pala.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,207 feet between the two airports. Pala Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Pala (PLF) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 19° (north 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 Pala Airport (PLF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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