The flight distance from Ercan International Airport (ECN) in Nicosia, Cyprus to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 798 kilometers (496 miles / 431 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northwest at a heading of 330°.

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 Cyprus 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 03:00 in Nicosia, it's 04:00 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Nicosia (ECN) follows a heading of 147° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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