IST
Istanbul
Turkey
4,798 km
2,982 miles
MKU
Makokou
Gabon
Distance
4,798 km
2,982 mi / 2,591 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
204°
south southwest

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IST MKU
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Makokou Airport
IATA Code IST MKU
ICAO Code LTFM FOOK
City Istanbul Makokou
Country Turkey Gabon
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Libreville
Elevation 325 ft 1,726 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 0.580000, 12.890000

Istanbul (IST) to Makokou (MKU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Makokou Airport (MKU) in Makokou, Gabon is 4,798 kilometers (2,982 miles / 2,591 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 07:25 in Istanbul, it's 05:25 in Makokou.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,401 feet between the two airports. Makokou Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Makokou (MKU) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 17° (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 Makokou Airport (MKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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