CSX
Changsha
China
7,555 km
4,695 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
7,555 km
4,695 mi / 4,079 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
306°
northwest

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CSX IST
Airport Name Changsha Huanghua Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code CSX IST
ICAO Code ZGHA LTFM
City Changsha Istanbul
Country China Turkey
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 217 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 28.190000, 113.220000 41.280000, 28.750000

Changsha (CSX) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX) in Changsha, China to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 7,555 kilometers (4,695 miles / 4,079 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:50 in Changsha, it's 13:50 in Istanbul. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Changsha (CSX) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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