ERL
Erenhot
China
6,548 km
4,069 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
6,548 km
4,069 mi / 3,536 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Asia/Shanghai
Heading
299°
west northwest

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ERL IST
Airport Name Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code ERL IST
ICAO Code ZBER LTFM
City Erenhot Istanbul
Country China Turkey
Timezone Asia/Shanghai Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 3,301 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 43.420000, 112.100000 41.280000, 28.750000

Erenhot (ERL) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) in Erenhot, China to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 6,548 kilometers (4,069 miles / 3,536 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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 12:28 in Erenhot, it's 07:28 in Istanbul. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,976 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Erenhot (ERL) follows a heading of 57° (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 Erenhot Saiwusu International Airport (ERL) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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