IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,091 km
3,164 miles
MBC
M'Bigou
Gabon
Distance
5,091 km
3,164 mi / 2,749 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
204°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

IST MBC
Airport Name Istanbul Airport M'Bigou Airport
IATA Code IST MBC
ICAO Code LTFM FOGG
City Istanbul M'Bigou
Country Turkey Gabon
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Libreville
Elevation 325 ft 2,346 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -1.880000, 11.930000

Istanbul (IST) to M'Bigou (MBC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to M'Bigou Airport (MBC) in M'Bigou, Gabon is 5,091 kilometers (3,164 miles / 2,749 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

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 Gabon. 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 22:56 in Istanbul, it's 20:56 in M'Bigou.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,021 feet between the two airports. M'Bigou Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from M'Bigou (MBC) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 18° (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 M'Bigou Airport (MBC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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