BGU
Bangassou
Central African Republic
4,101 km
2,548 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
4,101 km
2,548 mi / 2,214 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Africa/Bangui
Heading
north

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BGU IST
Airport Name Bangassou Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code BGU IST
ICAO Code FEFG LTFM
City Bangassou Istanbul
Country Central African Republic Turkey
Timezone Africa/Bangui Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 1,706 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 4.790000, 22.780000 41.280000, 28.750000

Bangassou (BGU) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bangassou Airport (BGU) in Bangassou, Central African Republic to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 4,101 kilometers (2,548 miles / 2,214 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north at a heading of 7°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Central African Republic 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 08:17 in Bangassou, it's 10:17 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,381 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Bangassou Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Bangassou (BGU) follows a heading of 190° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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