SAW
Istanbul
Turkey
2,518 km
1,565 miles
STN
London
United Kingdom
Distance
2,518 km
1,565 mi / 1,360 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
309°
northwest

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SAW STN
Airport Name Sabiha Gokcen International Airport London Stansted Airport
IATA Code SAW STN
ICAO Code LTFJ EGSS
City Istanbul London
Country Turkey United Kingdom
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/London
Elevation 312 ft 348 ft
Coordinates 40.900000, 29.310000 51.880000, 0.240000

Istanbul (SAW) to London (STN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) in Istanbul, Turkey to London Stansted Airport (STN) in London, United Kingdom is 2,518 kilometers (1,565 miles / 1,360 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 United Kingdom. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:15 in Istanbul, it's 10:15 in London. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from London (STN) to Istanbul (SAW) follows a heading of 107° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) and London Stansted Airport (STN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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