IST
Istanbul
Turkey
3,232 km
2,008 miles
SAH
Sana'a
Yemen
Distance
3,232 km
2,008 mi / 1,745 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
148°
south southeast

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IST SAH
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Sana'a International Airport
IATA Code IST SAH
ICAO Code LTFM OYSN
City Istanbul Sana'a
Country Turkey Yemen
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Aden
Elevation 325 ft 7,216 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 15.480000, 44.220000

Istanbul (IST) to Sana'a (SAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Sana'a International Airport (SAH) in Sana'a, Yemen is 3,232 kilometers (2,008 miles / 1,745 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southeast at a heading of 148°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:12 in Istanbul, it's 15:12 in Sana'a.

There is a significant elevation difference of 6,891 feet between the two airports. Sana'a International Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sana'a (SAH) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 336° (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 Sana'a International Airport (SAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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