AAH
Aachen
Germany
2,026 km
1,259 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
2,026 km
1,259 mi / 1,094 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Europe/Berlin
Heading
113°
east southeast

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Airport Comparison

AAH IST
Airport Name Aachen-Merzbruck Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code AAH IST
ICAO Code EDKA LTFM
City Aachen Istanbul
Country Germany Turkey
Timezone Europe/Berlin Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 623 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 50.820000, 6.190000 41.280000, 28.750000

Aachen (AAH) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Aachen-Merzbruck Airport (AAH) in Aachen, Germany to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 2,026 kilometers (1,259 miles / 1,094 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:24 in Aachen, it's 02:24 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Aachen (AAH) follows a heading of 309° (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 Aachen-Merzbruck Airport (AAH) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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