IST
Istanbul
Turkey
3,539 km
2,199 miles
MAK
Malakal
South Sudan
Distance
3,539 km
2,199 mi / 1,911 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
175°
south

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IST MAK
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Malakal Airport
IATA Code IST MAK
ICAO Code LTFM HSSM
City Istanbul Malakal
Country Turkey South Sudan
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Juba
Elevation 325 ft 1,291 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 9.560000, 31.650000

Istanbul (IST) to Malakal (MAK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Malakal Airport (MAK) in Malakal, South Sudan is 3,539 kilometers (2,199 miles / 1,911 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south at a heading of 175°.

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 South Sudan. 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 11:15 in Istanbul, it's 10:15 in Malakal.

The return flight from Malakal (MAK) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 356° (north). 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 Malakal Airport (MAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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