GRQ
Groningen
Netherlands
2,115 km
1,314 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
2,115 km
1,314 mi / 1,142 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Europe/Amsterdam
Heading
120°
east southeast

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GRQ IST
Airport Name Eelde Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code GRQ IST
ICAO Code EHGG LTFM
City Groningen Istanbul
Country Netherlands Turkey
Timezone Europe/Amsterdam Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 17 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 53.120000, 6.580000 41.280000, 28.750000

Groningen (GRQ) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Eelde Airport (GRQ) in Groningen, Netherlands to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 2,115 kilometers (1,314 miles / 1,142 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying east southeast at a heading of 120°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Netherlands 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 09:10 in Groningen, it's 11:10 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Groningen (GRQ) follows a heading of 316° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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