IST
Istanbul
Turkey
8,468 km
5,262 miles
MKZ
Malacca
Malaysia
Distance
8,468 km
5,262 mi / 4,572 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
99°
east

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IST MKZ
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Malacca Airport
IATA Code IST MKZ
ICAO Code LTFM WMKM
City Istanbul Malacca
Country Turkey Malaysia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
Elevation 325 ft 35 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 2.260000, 102.250000

Istanbul (IST) to Malacca (MKZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Malacca Airport (MKZ) in Malacca, Malaysia is 8,468 kilometers (5,262 miles / 4,572 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east at a heading of 99°.

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 15:02 in Istanbul, it's 20:02 in Malacca. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

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

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