IST
Istanbul
Turkey
429 km
267 miles
SMI
Samos Island
Greece
Distance
429 km
267 mi / 232 nm
Est. Flight Time
2h
Regional route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
202°
south southwest

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IST SMI
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Samos Airport
IATA Code IST SMI
ICAO Code LTFM LGSM
City Istanbul Samos Island
Country Turkey Greece
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Athens
Elevation 325 ft 19 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 37.690000, 26.910000

Istanbul (IST) to Samos Island (SMI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Samos Airport (SMI) in Samos Island, Greece is 429 kilometers (267 miles / 232 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.

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 an international route connecting Turkey with Greece. 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 19:44 in Istanbul, it's 18:44 in Samos Island.

The return flight from Samos Island (SMI) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 21° (north northeast). 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 Samos Airport (SMI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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