IST
Istanbul
Turkey
8,926 km
5,546 miles
SFE
San Fernando Airport
Philippines
Distance
8,926 km
5,546 mi / 4,819 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
76°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

IST SFE
Airport Name Istanbul Airport San Fernando Airport
IATA Code IST SFE
ICAO Code LTFM RPUS
City Istanbul N/A
Country Turkey Philippines
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Manila
Elevation 325 ft 13 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 16.600000, 120.300000

Istanbul (IST) to San Fernando Airport (SFE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to San Fernando Airport (SFE) in San Fernando Airport, Philippines is 8,926 kilometers (5,546 miles / 4,819 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:21 in Istanbul, it's 21:21 in San Fernando Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from San Fernando Airport (SFE) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 310° (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 San Fernando Airport (SFE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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