IST
Istanbul
Turkey
1,725 km
1,072 miles
PLQ
Palanga
Lithuania
Distance
1,725 km
1,072 mi / 932 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

IST PLQ
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Palanga International Airport
IATA Code IST PLQ
ICAO Code LTFM EYPA
City Istanbul Palanga
Country Turkey Lithuania
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Vilnius
Elevation 325 ft 33 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 55.970000, 21.090000

Istanbul (IST) to Palanga (PLQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Palanga International Airport (PLQ) in Palanga, Lithuania is 1,725 kilometers (1,072 miles / 932 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:40 in Istanbul, it's 19:40 in Palanga.

The return flight from Palanga (PLQ) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 158° (south southeast). 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 Palanga International Airport (PLQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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