IST
Istanbul
Turkey
6,405 km
3,980 miles
SXG
Senanga
Zambia
Distance
6,405 km
3,980 mi / 3,459 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
186°
south

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IST SXG
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Senanga Airport
IATA Code IST SXG
ICAO Code LTFM FLSN
City Istanbul Senanga
Country Turkey Zambia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Lusaka
Elevation 325 ft 3,370 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -16.100000, 23.270000

Istanbul (IST) to Senanga (SXG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Senanga Airport (SXG) in Senanga, Zambia is 6,405 kilometers (3,980 miles / 3,459 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south at a heading of 186°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:41 in Istanbul, it's 08:41 in Senanga.

There is a significant elevation difference of 3,045 feet between the two airports. Senanga Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Senanga (SXG) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 5° (north). 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 Senanga Airport (SXG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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