IST
Istanbul
Turkey
6,867 km
4,267 miles
WAQ
Antsalova
Madagascar
Distance
6,867 km
4,267 mi / 3,708 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
163°
south southeast

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IST WAQ
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Antsalova Airport
IATA Code IST WAQ
ICAO Code LTFM FMMG
City Istanbul Antsalova
Country Turkey Madagascar
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Indian/Antananarivo
Elevation 325 ft 551 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -18.700000, 44.610000

Istanbul (IST) to Antsalova (WAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Antsalova Airport (WAQ) in Antsalova, Madagascar is 6,867 kilometers (4,267 miles / 3,708 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.

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 Madagascar. 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 13:36 in Istanbul, it's 13:36 in Antsalova.

The return flight from Antsalova (WAQ) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 347° (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 Antsalova Airport (WAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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