AEY
Akureyri
Iceland
3,959 km
2,460 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
3,959 km
2,460 mi / 2,138 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Atlantic/Reykjavik
Heading
110°
east southeast

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AEY IST
Airport Name Akureyri Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code AEY IST
ICAO Code BIAR LTFM
City Akureyri Istanbul
Country Iceland Turkey
Timezone Atlantic/Reykjavik Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 6 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 65.660000, -18.070000 41.280000, 28.750000

Akureyri (AEY) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Akureyri Airport (AEY) in Akureyri, Iceland to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 3,959 kilometers (2,460 miles / 2,138 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.

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 Iceland 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 01:25 in Akureyri, it's 04:25 in Istanbul. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Akureyri (AEY) follows a heading of 329° (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 Akureyri Airport (AEY) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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