IST
Istanbul
Turkey
348 km
217 miles
KVA
Kavala
Greece
Distance
348 km
217 mi / 188 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
265°
west

Airport Comparison

IST KVA
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Alexander the Great International Airport
IATA Code IST KVA
ICAO Code LTFM LGKV
City Istanbul Kavala
Country Turkey Greece
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Athens
Elevation 325 ft 18 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 40.910000, 24.620000

Istanbul (IST) to Kavala (KVA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Alexander the Great International Airport (KVA) in Kavala, Greece is 348 kilometers (217 miles / 188 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west at a heading of 265°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Greece. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:17 in Istanbul, it's 07:17 in Kavala.

The return flight from Kavala (KVA) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 82° (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 Istanbul Airport (IST) and Alexander the Great International Airport (KVA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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