IST
Istanbul
Turkey
4,672 km
2,903 miles
NYK
Nanyuki
Kenya
Distance
4,672 km
2,903 mi / 2,523 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
168°
south southeast

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IST NYK
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Nanyuki Airport
IATA Code IST NYK
ICAO Code LTFM HKNY
City Istanbul Nanyuki
Country Turkey Kenya
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Nairobi
Elevation 325 ft 6,250 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 -0.060000, 37.040000

Istanbul (IST) to Nanyuki (NYK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Nanyuki Airport (NYK) in Nanyuki, Kenya is 4,672 kilometers (2,903 miles / 2,523 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 168°.

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 Kenya. 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 08:56 in Istanbul, it's 08:56 in Nanyuki.

There is a significant elevation difference of 5,925 feet between the two airports. Nanyuki Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Nanyuki (NYK) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 351° (north). 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 Nanyuki Airport (NYK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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