IST
Istanbul
Turkey
8,089 km
5,026 miles
MWX
Muan International Airport
South Korea
Distance
8,089 km
5,026 mi / 4,368 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+6h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
58°
east northeast

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Airport Comparison

IST MWX
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Muan International Airport
IATA Code IST MWX
ICAO Code LTFM RKJB
City Istanbul N/A
Country Turkey South Korea
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Seoul
Elevation 325 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 34.990000, 126.380000

Istanbul (IST) to Muan International Airport (MWX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Muan International Airport (MWX) in Muan International Airport, South Korea is 8,089 kilometers (5,026 miles / 4,368 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:07 in Istanbul, it's 04:07 in Muan International Airport. With a 6-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Muan International Airport (MWX) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 309° (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 Muan International Airport (MWX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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