The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to La Abraq Airport (LAQ) in Al Bayda', Libya is 1,119 kilometers (695 miles / 604 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying southwest at a heading of 215°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:16 in Istanbul, it's 08:16 in Al Bayda'.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,832 feet between the two airports. La Abraq Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Al Bayda' (LAQ) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 31° (north northeast). 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 La Abraq Airport (LAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.