IMK
Simikot
Nepal
4,880 km
3,032 miles
IST
Istanbul
Turkey
Distance
4,880 km
3,032 mi / 2,635 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2.75h
Asia/Kathmandu
Heading
300°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

IMK IST
Airport Name Simikot Airport Istanbul Airport
IATA Code IMK IST
ICAO Code VNST LTFM
City Simikot Istanbul
Country Nepal Turkey
Timezone Asia/Kathmandu Europe/Istanbul
Elevation 9,246 ft 325 ft
Coordinates 29.970000, 81.820000 41.280000, 28.750000

Simikot (IMK) to Istanbul (IST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Simikot Airport (IMK) in Simikot, Nepal to Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey is 4,880 kilometers (3,032 miles / 2,635 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 Nepal with Turkey. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:09 in Simikot, it's 07:24 in Istanbul.

There is a significant elevation difference of 8,921 feet between the two airports. Istanbul Airport sits lower than Simikot Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Istanbul (IST) to Simikot (IMK) follows a heading of 87° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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