The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Luqa Airport (MLA) in Luqa, Malta is 1,377 kilometers (856 miles / 743 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Malta. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:57 in Istanbul, it's 18:57 in Luqa.

The return flight from Luqa (MLA) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 60° (east 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 Luqa Airport (MLA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.