GSS
Belfast
South Africa
7,369 km
4,579 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
7,369 km
4,579 mi / 3,979 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
358°
north

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GSS IST
Airport Name Sabi Sabi Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code GSS IST
ICAO Code FASE LTFM
City Belfast Istanbul
Country South Africa Turkey
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 1,276 ft 325 ft
Coordinates -24.940000, 31.440000 41.280000, 28.750000

Belfast (GSS) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Sabi Sabi Airport (GSS) in Belfast, South Africa to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 7,369 kilometers (4,579 miles / 3,979 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north at a heading of 358°.

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 South Africa 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 13:36 in Belfast, it's 14:36 in Istanbul.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Belfast (GSS) follows a heading of 177° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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