GAS
Garissa
Kenya
4,770 km
2,964 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
4,770 km
2,964 mi / 2,575 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Nairobi
Heading
348°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

GAS IST
Airport Name Garissa Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code GAS IST
ICAO Code HKGA LTFM
City Garissa Istanbul
Country Kenya Turkey
Timezone Africa/Nairobi Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 475 ft 325 ft
Coordinates -0.460000, 39.650000 41.280000, 28.750000

Garissa (GAS) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Garissa Airport (GAS) in Garissa, Kenya to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 4,770 kilometers (2,964 miles / 2,575 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying north northwest at a heading of 348°.

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 Kenya 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 10:30 in Garissa, it's 10:30 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Garissa (GAS) follows a heading of 164° (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 Garissa Airport (GAS) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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