AJK
Araak
Iran
2,012 km
1,250 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
2,012 km
1,250 mi / 1,086 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-0.5h
Asia/Tehran
Heading
299°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

AJK IST
Airport Name Arak Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code AJK IST
ICAO Code OIHR LTFM
City Araak Istanbul
Country Iran Turkey
Timezone Asia/Tehran Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 5,440 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 34.140000, 49.850000 41.280000, 28.750000

Araak (AJK) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arak Airport (AJK) in Araak, Iran to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 2,012 kilometers (1,250 miles / 1,086 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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 Iran with Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 04:41 in Araak, it's 04:11 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,115 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Arak Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Araak (AJK) follows a heading of 106° (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 Arak Airport (AJK) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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