IST
Istanbul
Turkey
7,265 km
4,514 miles
YIH
Yichang
China
Distance
7,265 km
4,514 mi / 3,923 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
70°
east northeast

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IST YIH
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Yichang Airport
IATA Code IST YIH
ICAO Code LTFM ZHYC
City Istanbul Yichang
Country Turkey China
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 325 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 30.560000, 111.480000

Istanbul (IST) to Yichang (YIH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Yichang Airport (YIH) in Yichang, China is 7,265 kilometers (4,514 miles / 3,923 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.

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 11:10 in Istanbul, it's 16:10 in Yichang. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Yichang (YIH) 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 Yichang Airport (YIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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