IST
Istanbul
Turkey
2,831 km
1,759 miles
KIH
Kish Island
Iran
Distance
2,831 km
1,759 mi / 1,528 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0.5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
117°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

IST KIH
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Kish International Airport
IATA Code IST KIH
ICAO Code LTFM OIBK
City Istanbul Kish Island
Country Turkey Iran
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Tehran
Elevation 325 ft 101 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 26.530000, 53.980000

Istanbul (IST) to Kish Island (KIH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Kish International Airport (KIH) in Kish Island, Iran is 2,831 kilometers (1,759 miles / 1,528 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 117°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:55 in Istanbul, it's 11:25 in Kish Island.

The return flight from Kish Island (KIH) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 312° (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 Kish International Airport (KIH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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