IST
Istanbul
Turkey
1,860 km
1,156 miles
QLS
Lausanne
Switzerland
Distance
1,860 km
1,156 mi / 1,004 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
296°
west northwest

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IST QLS
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport
IATA Code IST QLS
ICAO Code LTFM LSGL
City Istanbul Lausanne
Country Turkey Switzerland
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Europe/Zurich
Elevation 325 ft 2,041 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 46.550000, 6.620000

Istanbul (IST) to Lausanne (QLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) in Lausanne, Switzerland is 1,860 kilometers (1,156 miles / 1,004 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west northwest at a heading of 296°.

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 Switzerland. 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 07:24 in Istanbul, it's 05:24 in Lausanne.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,716 feet between the two airports. Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Lausanne (QLS) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 100° (east). 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 Lausanne-la Blecherette Airport (QLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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