IST
Istanbul
Turkey
3,832 km
2,381 miles
RBX
Rumbek
South Sudan
Distance
3,832 km
2,381 mi / 2,069 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Europe/Istanbul
Heading
178°
south

Airport Comparison

IST RBX
Airport Name Istanbul Airport Rumbek Airport
IATA Code IST RBX
ICAO Code LTFM HSMK
City Istanbul Rumbek
Country Turkey South Sudan
Timezone Europe/Istanbul Africa/Juba
Elevation 325 ft 1,378 ft
Coordinates 41.280000, 28.750000 6.830000, 29.670000

Istanbul (IST) to Rumbek (RBX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) in Istanbul, Turkey to Rumbek Airport (RBX) in Rumbek, South Sudan is 3,832 kilometers (2,381 miles / 2,069 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 178°.

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 South Sudan. 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 06:15 in Istanbul, it's 05:15 in Rumbek.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,053 feet between the two airports. Rumbek Airport sits higher than Istanbul Airport.

The return flight from Rumbek (RBX) to Istanbul (IST) follows a heading of 359° (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 Rumbek Airport (RBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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