IST
Istanbul
Turkey
1,533 km
953 miles
TBZ
Tabriz
Iran
Distance
1,533 km
953 mi / 828 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0.5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
97°
east

Airport Comparison

IST TBZ
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Tabriz International Airport
IATA Code IST TBZ
ICAO Code LTFM OITT
City Istanbul Tabriz
Country Turkey Iran
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Tehran
Elevation 325 ft 4,459 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 38.130000, 46.230000

Istanbul (IST) to Tabriz (TBZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Tabriz International Airport (TBZ) in Tabriz, Iran is 1,533 kilometers (953 miles / 828 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east at a heading of 97°.

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 Iran. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:59 in Istanbul, it's 18:29 in Tabriz.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,134 feet between the two airports. Tabriz International Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Tabriz (TBZ) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 289° (west northwest). 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 Tabriz International Airport (TBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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