IST
Istanbul
Turkey
8,593 km
5,339 miles
MEP
Mersing
Malaysia
Distance
8,593 km
5,339 mi / 4,640 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
98°
east

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IST MEP
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Mersing Airport
IATA Code IST MEP
ICAO Code LTFM WMAU
City Istanbul Mersing
Country Turkey Malaysia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Elevation 325 ft 10 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 2.380000, 103.870000

Istanbul (IST) to Mersing (MEP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Mersing Airport (MEP) in Mersing, Malaysia is 8,593 kilometers (5,339 miles / 4,640 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 98°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:46 in Istanbul, it's 10:46 in Mersing. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

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

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