IST
Istanbul
Turkey
6,423 km
3,991 miles
KCT
Galle
Sri Lanka
Distance
6,423 km
3,991 mi / 3,468 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
113°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

IST KCT
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Koggala Airport
IATA Code IST KCT
ICAO Code LTFM VCCK
City Istanbul Galle
Country Turkey Sri Lanka
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Colombo
Elevation 325 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 5.990000, 80.320000

Istanbul (IST) to Galle (KCT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Koggala Airport (KCT) in Galle, Sri Lanka is 6,423 kilometers (3,991 miles / 3,468 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 04:45 in Istanbul, it's 07:15 in Galle.

The return flight from Galle (KCT) to Istanbul (IST) 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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Koggala Airport (KCT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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