IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,406 km
3,359 miles
SFJ
Kangerlussuaq
Greenland
Distance
5,406 km
3,359 mi / 2,919 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
329°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

IST SFJ
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Kangerlussuaq Airport
IATA Code IST SFJ
ICAO Code LTFM BGSF
City Istanbul Kangerlussuaq
Country Turkey Greenland
Timezone Europe/Istanbul America/Nuuk
Elevation 325 ft 165 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 67.010000, -50.710000

Istanbul (IST) to Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) in Kangerlussuaq, Greenland is 5,406 kilometers (3,359 miles / 2,919 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:43 in Istanbul, it's 14:43 in Kangerlussuaq. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Kangerlussuaq (SFJ) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 80° (east). 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 Kangerlussuaq Airport (SFJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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