BFS
Belfast
United Kingdom
2,955 km
1,836 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
2,955 km
1,836 mi / 1,595 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Europe/London
Heading
106°
east southeast

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BFS IST
Airport Name Belfast International Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code BFS IST
ICAO Code EGAA LTFM
City Belfast Istanbul
Country United Kingdom Turkey
Timezone Europe/London Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 268 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 54.660000, -6.220000 41.280000, 28.750000

Belfast (BFS) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Belfast International Airport (BFS) in Belfast, United Kingdom to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 2,955 kilometers (1,836 miles / 1,595 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.

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 United Kingdom 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 09:51 in Belfast, it's 12:51 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 Belfast (BFS) follows a heading of 312° (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 Belfast International Airport (BFS) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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