IST
Istanbul
Turkey
1,855 km
1,153 miles
RAH
Rafha
Saudi Arabia
Distance
1,855 km
1,153 mi / 1,002 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
130°
southeast

Airport Comparison

IST RAH
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Rafha Domestic Airport
IATA Code IST RAH
ICAO Code LTFM OERF
City Istanbul Rafha
Country Turkey Saudi Arabia
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Asia/Riyadh
Elevation 325 ft 1,474 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 29.630000, 43.490000

Istanbul (IST) to Rafha (RAH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) in Rafha, Saudi Arabia is 1,855 kilometers (1,153 miles / 1,002 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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 Saudi Arabia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 14:03 in Istanbul, it's 14:03 in Rafha.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,149 feet between the two airports. Rafha Domestic Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Rafha (RAH) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 318° (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 Rafha Domestic Airport (RAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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