IST
Istanbul
Turkey
63 km
39 miles
SAW
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
63 km
39 mi / 34 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
132°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IST SAW
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
IATA Code IST SAW
ICAO Code LTFM LTFJ
City Istanbul Istanbul
Country Turkey Turkey
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 325 ft 312 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 40.900000, 29.310000

Istanbul (IST) to Istanbul (SAW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey is 63 kilometers (39 miles / 34 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within Turkey. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 10:34 in Istanbul, it's 10:34 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (SAW) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 312° (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 Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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