IST
Istanbul
Turkey
3,710 km
2,305 miles
MVR
Maroua
Cameroon
Distance
3,710 km
2,305 mi / 2,003 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
207°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

IST MVR
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Salak Airport
IATA Code IST MVR
ICAO Code LTFM FKKL
City Istanbul Maroua
Country Turkey Cameroon
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Douala
Elevation 325 ft 1,390 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 10.450000, 14.260000

Istanbul (IST) to Maroua (MVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Salak Airport (MVR) in Maroua, Cameroon is 3,710 kilometers (2,305 miles / 2,003 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting Turkey with Cameroon. 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 16:04 in Istanbul, it's 14:04 in Maroua.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,065 feet between the two airports. Salak Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Maroua (MVR) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 20° (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 Salak Airport (MVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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