IST
Istanbul
Turkey
3,082 km
1,915 miles
SNN
Shannon
Ireland
Distance
3,082 km
1,915 mi / 1,664 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
307°
northwest

Airport Comparison

IST SNN
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Shannon Airport
IATA Code IST SNN
ICAO Code LTFM EINN
City Istanbul Shannon
Country Turkey Ireland
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Dublin
Elevation 325 ft 46 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 52.700000, -8.920000

Istanbul (IST) to Shannon (SNN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Shannon Airport (SNN) in Shannon, Ireland is 3,082 kilometers (1,915 miles / 1,664 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 Ireland. 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 01:26 in Istanbul, it's 22:26 in Shannon. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Shannon (SNN) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 99° (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 Shannon Airport (SNN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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