IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,868 km
3,646 miles
MAA
Chennai
India
Distance
5,868 km
3,646 mi / 3,169 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+2.5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
107°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

IST MAA
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Chennai International Airport
IATA Code IST MAA
ICAO Code LTFM VOMM
City Istanbul Chennai
Country Turkey India
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 325 ft 52 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 12.990000, 80.170000

Istanbul (IST) to Chennai (MAA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Chennai International Airport (MAA) in Chennai, India is 5,868 kilometers (3,646 miles / 3,169 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying east southeast at a heading of 107°.

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 India. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:48 in Istanbul, it's 01:18 in Chennai.

The return flight from Chennai (MAA) 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 Chennai International Airport (MAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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