IST
Istanbul
Turkey
6,567 km
4,081 miles
TCZ
Tengchong
China
Distance
6,567 km
4,081 mi / 3,546 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
83°
east

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IST TCZ
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Tengchong Tuofeng Airport
IATA Code IST TCZ
ICAO Code LTFM ZUTC
City Istanbul Tengchong
Country Turkey China
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 325 ft 6,250 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 24.940000, 98.490000

Istanbul (IST) to Tengchong (TCZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ) in Tengchong, China is 6,567 kilometers (4,081 miles / 3,546 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:14 in Istanbul, it's 04:14 in Tengchong. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,925 feet between the two airports. Tengchong Tuofeng Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Tengchong (TCZ) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 305° (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 Tengchong Tuofeng Airport (TCZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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