HRE
Harare
Zimbabwe
6,588 km
4,094 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
6,588 km
4,094 mi / 3,557 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Africa/Harare
Heading
358°
north

Airport Comparison

HRE IST
Airport Name Harare International Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code HRE IST
ICAO Code FVHA LTFM
City Harare Istanbul
Country Zimbabwe Turkey
Timezone Africa/Harare Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 4,887 ft 325 ft
Coordinates -17.930000, 31.090000 41.280000, 28.750000

Harare (HRE) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Harare International Airport (HRE) in Harare, Zimbabwe to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 6,588 kilometers (4,094 miles / 3,557 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, 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 Zimbabwe 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 10:35 in Harare, it's 11:35 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,562 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Harare International Airport.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Harare (HRE) 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 Harare International Airport (HRE) and Istanbul Airport (IST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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