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Sanliurfa (GNY) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Sanliurfa GAP Airport (GNY) in Sanliurfa, Turkey to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 970 kilometers (603 miles / 524 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.
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 a domestic route within Turkey. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 07:12 in Sanliurfa, it's 07:12 in Istanbul.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,383 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Sanliurfa GAP Airport.
The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Sanliurfa (GNY) follows a heading of 113° (east 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 Sanliurfa GAP Airport (GNY) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.