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Airport Comparison
| IST | PKU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Istanbul Airport | Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport |
| IATA Code | IST | PKU |
| ICAO Code | LTFM | WIBB |
| City | Istanbul | Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island |
| Country | Turkey | Indonesia |
| Timezone | Europe/Istanbul | Asia/Jakarta |
| Elevation | 325 ft | 102 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.280000, 28.750000 | 0.460000, 101.440000 |
Istanbul (IST) to Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island (PKU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport (PKU) in Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island, Indonesia is 8,536 kilometers (5,304 miles / 4,609 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 101°.
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 Indonesia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:11 in Istanbul, it's 04:11 in Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
The return flight from Pekanbaru-Sumatra Island (PKU) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 313° (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 Sultan Syarif Kasim Ii (Simpang Tiga) Airport (PKU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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