IST
Istanbul
Turkey
1,963 km
1,220 miles
MZM
Metz/Frescaty
France
Distance
1,963 km
1,220 mi / 1,060 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
304°
northwest

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IST MZM
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base
IATA Code IST MZM
ICAO Code LTFM LFSF
City Istanbul Metz/Frescaty
Country Turkey France
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Paris
Elevation 325 ft 629 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 49.070000, 6.130000

Istanbul (IST) to Metz/Frescaty (MZM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base (MZM) in Metz/Frescaty, France is 1,963 kilometers (1,220 miles / 1,060 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.

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 France. 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 10:42 in Istanbul, it's 08:42 in Metz/Frescaty.

The return flight from Metz/Frescaty (MZM) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 108° (east southeast). 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 Metz-Frescaty (BA 128) Air Base (MZM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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