IST
Istanbul
Turkey
5,386 km
3,347 miles
NKL
Nkolo Fuma
DR Congo
Distance
5,386 km
3,347 mi / 2,908 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
199°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

IST NKL
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Nkolo Fuma Airport
IATA Code IST NKL
ICAO Code LTFM FZAR
City Istanbul Nkolo Fuma
Country Turkey DR Congo
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 325 ft 1,476 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -5.450000, 14.830000

Istanbul (IST) to Nkolo Fuma (NKL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) in Nkolo Fuma, DR Congo is 5,386 kilometers (3,347 miles / 2,908 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southwest at a heading of 199°.

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 DR Congo. 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 07:42 in Istanbul, it's 05:42 in Nkolo Fuma.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,151 feet between the two airports. Nkolo Fuma Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Nkolo Fuma (NKL) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 14° (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 Nkolo Fuma Airport (NKL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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