IST
Istanbul
Turkey
3,094 km
1,922 miles
SXL
Sligo
Ireland
Distance
3,094 km
1,922 mi / 1,670 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
311°
northwest

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IST SXL
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Sligo Airport
IATA Code IST SXL
ICAO Code LTFM EISG
City Istanbul Sligo
Country Turkey Ireland
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Dublin
Elevation 325 ft 11 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 54.280000, -8.600000

Istanbul (IST) to Sligo (SXL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Sligo Airport (SXL) in Sligo, Ireland is 3,094 kilometers (1,922 miles / 1,670 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 19:53 in Istanbul, it's 16:53 in Sligo. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Sligo (SXL) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 102° (east southeast). 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 Sligo Airport (SXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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