The flight distance from Benina International Airport (BEN) in Benghazi, Libya to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 1,269 kilometers (788 miles / 685 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 34°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Libya with Turkey. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:47 in Benghazi, it's 12:47 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Benghazi (BEN) follows a heading of 219° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Benina International Airport (BEN) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.