BIR
Biratnagar
Nepal
5,537 km
3,440 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
5,537 km
3,440 mi / 2,990 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
303°
west northwest

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BIR IST
Airport Name Biratnagar Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code BIR IST
ICAO Code VNVT LTFM
City Biratnagar Istanbul
Country Nepal Turkey
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 236 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 26.480000, 87.260000 41.280000, 28.750000

Biratnagar (BIR) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Biratnagar Airport (BIR) in Biratnagar, Nepal to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 5,537 kilometers (3,440 miles / 2,990 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 303°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:31 in Biratnagar, it's 03:46 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Biratnagar (BIR) follows a heading of 88° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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