The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Ovda International Airport (VDA) in Eilat, Israel is 1,379 kilometers (857 miles / 744 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Israel. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:14 in Istanbul, it's 07:14 in Eilat.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,167 feet between the two airports. Ovda International Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Eilat (VDA) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 338° (north 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 Ovda International Airport (VDA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.